Nina - lace stitch buttoned neck scarf

Nina Lace Stitch Buttoned Neck Scarf by Jennifer Lee

What Is Being Made

The Nina is a stylish neck scarf designed as a lightweight alternative to traditional full-length scarves and cowls. This buttoned neck scarf measures approximately 19cm wide by 75cm long, making it an elegant accessory that adds warmth and style without the bulk of conventional neckwear. The design features six decorative buttons that enhance both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the finished piece.

Craft and Primary Technique

This project is created using the knitting craft. The pattern is rated as Easy difficulty level, making it an accessible project for knitters with some experience. The scarf is worked flat using a pair of 4.00mm knitting needles, and the finished piece is sewn together using a wool needle for finishing.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The Nina features a beautiful but simple lace stitch as its primary design element. The lace stitch creates an elegant, delicate texture that defines the scarf's visual appeal. The pattern also incorporates stocking stitch as the base fabric for tension calculations. An important design characteristic is that the work will naturally slant to the right due to the nature of the pattern stitch—this rightward slant is an intended feature of the design and contributes to the scarf's distinctive aesthetic.

Materials and Specifications

Yarn: The pattern calls for 2 balls of Lincraft Cashmere Plus 8ply yarn, with each ball weighing 50g and containing approximately 100m of yarn. The yarn weight is DK (8ply). The pattern notes that although Cashmere Plus 8ply is recommended, any 8ply yarn can be substituted, allowing knitters flexibility in fiber choice based on preference and availability. Quantities may vary depending on individual knitting tension and yarn type.

Needles: A pair of 4.00mm knitting needles (UK size 8, US size 6) are required for this project. A wool needle is also needed for sewing in yarn ends and assembling the finished scarf.

Additional Requirements: Six buttons are needed to complete the Nina neck scarf.

Tension and Sizing

The pattern specifies a tension of 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm (4 inches) measured over stocking stitch using 4.00mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is important for obtaining the finished dimensions of approximately 19cm in width and 75cm in length.