Chembra Peak Scarf in Regia Stripemania 6-ply Color

Chembra Peak Scarf in Regia Stripemania 6-ply Color – Free Knitting Pattern (Downloadable PDF)

The Chembra Peak Scarf is a stylish, generously sized knitted scarf designed by Schachenmayr and worked in their popular Regia 6-ply Stripemania yarn. This free downloadable PDF pattern produces a finished scarf measuring approximately 8 inches (20 cm) wide and 63 inches (160 cm) long — a substantial, cozy accessory that drapes beautifully and works up with satisfying speed. The self-striping colorway does much of the decorative work for you, creating eye-catching color transitions without any yarn changes or complex colorwork techniques.

What You Are Making

This pattern produces a single long rectangular scarf with a classic ribbed texture. The design is structured with ribbed cuff sections at each end and a central ribbing pattern running the length of the body. The combination of these two related but distinct stitch sections gives the scarf a polished, intentional finish at both ends while maintaining a consistent, stretchy texture throughout. It is an ideal project for knitters who want a quick, rewarding make that showcases a beautiful variegated yarn.

Techniques Used

• Long-tail cast-on or standard cast-on: 48 stitches are cast on to begin the scarf.
• Working in rows: The scarf is knitted flat, back and forth in rows, making it straightforward for knitters of all experience levels.
• K2, P2 Ribbing (Bündchenmuster / Cuff Pattern): Used for the first and last 5 cm (approximately 16 rows) of the scarf, this classic rib creates a neat, elastic border at each end. Every row is worked identically: knit 2 stitches, purl 2 stitches, alternating across the row with one edge stitch at each side.
• Ribbing Pattern (Rippenmuster): Used for the main body of the scarf, spanning 150 cm of the total length. Right-side rows are worked as knit 2, purl 2 across; wrong-side rows are purled entirely. This combination creates a subtle, textured fabric with gentle vertical ridges.
• Binding off: All stitches are bound off at the completion of the final cuff section.
• Weaving in ends: A tapestry needle is used to neatly secure all yarn tails.

Stitches Used

• Knit stitch (rechts / knit) — the foundational stitch of the ribbing patterns
• Purl stitch (links / purl) — alternated with knit stitches to create the ribbed texture
• Edge stitches (Randmaschen) — one selvedge stitch worked at each end of every row to create clean, stable edges
• K2, P2 rib — worked over a multiple of 4 stitches plus 2 stitches plus 2 edge stitches

Materials Required

• Yarn: 150 g (1 ball) of Schachenmayr original Regia 6-ply Stripemania in Forest, color #06364. This is a 6-ply sock-weight yarn celebrated for its long, gradual color sequences that produce automatic stripe effects as you knit — no manual color changes required.
• Knitting Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) knitting needles from Milward.
• Notions: One tapestry needle (blunt-tipped wool needle) for weaving in ends.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) worked in the Ribbing Pattern on US 4 (3.5 mm) needles. Checking your gauge before beginning is recommended to ensure your finished scarf matches the intended dimensions.