Breachway Scarf in Berroco Ultra Wool - Downloadable PDF

Breachway Scarf in Berroco Ultra Wool – Knitting Pattern Summary

About This Pattern

The Breachway Scarf is an intermediate-level knitting pattern designed by Martha Wissing and published by Berroco. Available as a downloadable PDF, this pattern produces a generously sized, classic scarf measuring approximately 13 inches wide by 76 inches long — a substantial wrap-style accessory that sits comfortably between a standard scarf and a lightweight shawl in terms of coverage and warmth.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a wide, elongated scarf suitable for year-round transitional wear. At 13 inches wide and 76 inches long, the Breachway Scarf offers exceptional versatility — it can be draped loosely around the shoulders, wrapped multiple times around the neck, or worn as a lightweight wrap. The generous dimensions make it a satisfying and practical knit for both the maker and the recipient.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it well-suited for knitters who have moved beyond the basics and are comfortable working with multiple stitch patterns within a single project. The Breachway Scarf incorporates two foundational knitting stitches:

• Garter Stitch – Created by knitting every row on both right and wrong sides, Garter Stitch produces a ridged, reversible fabric with excellent elasticity and drape. It is one of the most beginner-friendly textures in knitting, yet it plays a sophisticated structural role in this design.
• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – Formed by alternating knit rows on the right side and purl rows on the wrong side, Stockinette creates a smooth, classic fabric with a distinct right and wrong side. It is the most commonly used stitch in garment and accessory knitting.

The combination of these two stitch patterns within a single accessory adds visual and textural contrast, elevating the design beyond a simple one-stitch project. Knitters working on this pattern should be comfortable reading knitting abbreviations, managing gauge across different stitch patterns, and transitioning cleanly between Garter and Stockinette sections.

Gauge

Achieving accurate gauge is emphasized in the pattern, as the two stitch types produce different row and stitch counts per inch:

• Garter Stitch gauge: 16 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches
• Stockinette Stitch gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches

Because Garter Stitch and Stockinette Stitch behave differently under tension, taking time to swatch and check gauge in both stitch patterns before casting on is strongly recommended to ensure the finished scarf meets the intended measurements.

Materials – Yarn

The pattern calls for Berroco Ultra Wool, a workhorse aran weight yarn beloved by knitters for its stitch definition, durability, and ease of care. Specifically, the pattern uses 5 balls of Berroco Ultra Wool in colorway #33109 Fog, a sophisticated neutral tone that lends the finished scarf a timeless, versatile aesthetic. Each ball weighs 100 grams, making this a well-proportioned yardage requirement for a project of this scale.

Berroco Ultra Wool is a superwash-treated wool yarn, meaning the finished scarf can be machine washed — a practical advantage for an everyday accessory. Its smooth construction and consistent twist make it an excellent choice for showcasing both Garter and Stockinette textures clearly.

Materials – Needles and Notions

• Knitting needles: Size 8 (5.00 mm) — straight or circular needles may be used; adjust needle size as needed to obtain correct gauge
• Tapestry needle: Required for weaving in ends and finishing

Pattern Format and Designer

The Breachway Scarf pattern was designed by Martha Wissing and is published by Berroco, Inc., based in North Smithfield, Rhode Island. It is available as a