Old Brown House Infinity Scarf

Old Brown House Infinity Scarf by Maria Yarley

What Is Being Made

The Old Brown House Infinity Scarf is a circular knitted accessory designed as an elegant, wearable loop that combines simple and complex textures. This infinity scarf measures 7 inches wide by 42 inches around, creating a versatile piece that adds visual interest and sophistication to any wardrobe. The design is suitable for both new knitters seeking to develop their skills and experienced knitters looking for a meditative, memorizable project.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs charted instructions that guide knitters through a combination of increasing and decreasing techniques to achieve distinctive visual effects. The design features a predictable rhythm in the charted instructions, making it accessible for knitters at various skill levels. New knitters will gain valuable experience following a knitting chart and executing increases and decreases, while experienced knitters will appreciate the pattern's memorability once the rhythm is established. The finished fabric is worked in a stitch pattern detailed on Chart Page 3, creating the interplay of simple and complex textures that defines this design.

Materials Required

Yarn: The Old Brown House Infinity Scarf requires 928 yards (848.5 meters) of sock or fingering weight yarn. The recommended fiber composition is 75% Superwash Blue Faced Leicester Wool with 25% Nylon, providing durability and easy care. The sample scarf was knitted using Helvellyn Sock yarn by Wandering Wool in the Pine Bark colorway, though any indie dyer's sock or fingering weight yarn in similar fiber content will work.

Needles and Notions: Knitters will need one #7 US (4.5mm) circular needle in a 32-inch length, or the appropriate size needed to obtain gauge. Additional notions include seven stitch markers and a tapestry needle for finishing.

Gauge and Construction

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 20 stitches by 32 rows over 4 inches (10 centimeters) in the stitch pattern, with yarn held double. This gauge specification is essential for achieving the finished dimensions and the intended drape and texture of the completed infinity scarf.