Squall (DE) in Rowan - Downloadable PDF

Squall Scarf by Lisa Richardson for Rowan

What is Being Made

Squall is a downloadable knitting pattern for a scarf designed by Lisa Richardson. This accessory project creates a finished scarf measuring 26 cm wide and 210 cm long, making it a generous length suitable for wrapping and styling. The pattern is presented in German and is part of the Rowan collection.

Craft and Techniques

This is a knitting project classified as beginner level difficulty, making it an excellent choice for those new to knitting or looking for a straightforward, meditative project. The primary technique used throughout the scarf is garter stitch (kraus rechts in German), which creates a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. Garter stitch is one of the most fundamental knitting techniques and requires only knitting every row, making it ideal for beginners.

The pattern incorporates eyelet stitch (Lochmuster) as a decorative element. When working eyelet patterns, the knitter must balance yarn overs with corresponding decreases to maintain stitch count—for every yarn over created, an equal number of stitches must be decreased. This technique adds visual interest and a subtle openwork quality to the finished scarf.

Stitches Used

• Garter stitch – the primary stitch throughout, created by knitting every row
• Yarn overs – used in the eyelet pattern sections
• Decreases – paired with yarn overs to maintain stitch count in the eyelet design

Materials and Specifications

The Squall scarf is worked in Rowan Tweed Haze, a chunky weight yarn. The pattern calls for 4 x 50 g balls of yarn, providing ample yardage for the full 210 cm length. Knitting is worked on size 6 needles (UK/metric sizing).

Gauge and Finishing

The stitch gauge for this project is 15 stitches and 26 rows equals 10 x 10 cm when worked in garter stitch on size 6 needles. Achieving the correct gauge is emphasized as the most important factor in obtaining the proper finished dimensions and fabric characteristics.

The pattern requires blocking (steaming/dampening) after completion to set the stitches and even out the fabric. All yarn ends should be woven in securely before blocking, and each knitted section should be blocked individually to ensure even finishing and the best final appearance.

Pattern Details

The scarf is worked continuously in the round or flat until the desired length of 210 cm is achieved, with the final row being a wrong-side row. All stitches are then bound off to complete the piece. The pattern is photographed in the colorway Sunset 557, though the Tweed Haze yarn specified offers its own distinctive texture and visual appeal.