Product Description
When I was looking for a double knit pattern for a keyboard scarf I couldn’t find one that I felt comfortable with. Most of the double knitting charts I see require the knitter to knit opposite and sometimes backwards on alternate rows and I didn’t want to have to keep track of when I had to switch. I also didn't want to have to unravel rows because I wasn't paying attention.
When I started writing and charting, I realized there were probably lots of other knitters who felt the same way.
My charts for this pattern are to be read from right to left, bottom to top, and colors indicated in the chart are always the color for the first stitch in each pair. Stitches are simply knit as they are written and there is no need to reverse colors or stitches on alternate rows. The charts also have a F/B notation to let you know if you are on the front side or back side of your knitting.
Double Knit Keyboard Scarf by Andrea Delahunty
What Is Being Made
The Double Knit Keyboard Scarf is a reversible accessory created using the double knitting technique. This scarf features a keyboard design and is suitable for everyday wear. The double knit construction creates a fabric with two distinct sides, each displaying the pattern in complementary colors, making it a versatile and visually interesting accessory.
Double Knitting Technique
Double knitting is an advanced colorwork method that produces a thick, reversible fabric with pattern on both sides simultaneously. Unlike traditional stranded colorwork, double knitting involves working with two colors in each stitch pair, creating a dense, insulated textile. This pattern simplifies the typical double knitting process by eliminating the need to reverse stitches or colors on alternate rows, making it more accessible to intermediate knitters.
Chart Reading Method: The charts for this pattern are designed to be read from right to left and bottom to top, with color indicators always representing the first stitch in each pair. This straightforward approach means stitches are worked exactly as written without requiring knitters to reverse colors or stitches on alternating rows. The charts include F/B notation to clearly indicate whether you are working on the front side or back side of your knitting, eliminating confusion during the construction process.
Stitches Used
- Cast on
- Knit stitch
- Bind off
Materials and Tools
- Needles: 4 mm/US 6 knitting needles
- Yarn: Two colors of worsted weight yarn (aran weight)
- Additional Tools: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty. While double knitting is typically considered an advanced technique, this particular pattern is designed to be more approachable by streamlining the chart reading and eliminating the need to track color and stitch reversals on alternate rows. Knitters should have solid foundational skills in basic knitting stitches and be comfortable following charts before attempting this project.
Designer Notes
Designer Andrea Delahunty created this pattern to address a gap in available double knit resources. Many existing double knitting patterns require knitters to work opposite and sometimes backwards on alternate rows, creating unnecessary complexity and tracking challenges. This pattern simplifies the process while maintaining the beautiful reversible qualities that make double knitting special, making it an ideal choice for knitters seeking to expand their colorwork skills without overwhelming complexity.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Aran |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Andrea Delahunty |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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