Loopschal im Rippenmuster in Schachenmayr Alegretto - 1963

Loopschal im Rippenmuster in Schachenmayr Alegretto

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern creates a loop scarf (Loopschal) featuring a distinctive ribbed texture. The finished scarf measures approximately 26 cm in width and 150 cm in circumference, making it a generous, versatile accessory suitable for wrapping around the neck multiple times or wearing as a single generous loop.

Materials Required

The pattern calls for Schachenmayr SMC select Alegretto yarn, a super chunky weight yarn composed of 40% polyacryl, 30% mohair, and 30% polyamid. The yarn has a yardage of approximately 32 meters per 50-gram ball. You will need 200 grams total, which equates to four 50-gram balls in the colorway Burgunder (burgundy) Fb 08546. Knitting needles in sizes 10–12 (Milward brand) are required to work with this yarn weight.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The scarf is constructed using a ribbed stitch pattern (Rippenmuster), which creates vertical columns of texture ideal for loop scarves. The ribbed pattern is worked by alternating knit stitches and purl stitches throughout each row. A key technique employed in this pattern is the yarn-over method, where the yarn is wrapped twice around the right needle at each stitch, creating elongated loops. In subsequent rows, these yarn-overs are deliberately dropped while new yarn-overs are created, producing the characteristic openwork effect of the ribbed design.

The pattern begins with 18 stitches cast on and continues in the ribbed stitch pattern for the full length of approximately 150 centimeters. The scarf is finished by binding off all stitches, with the yarn-overs from the previous row dropped during the bind-off process. The construction is completed by seaming the cast-on and bind-off edges together, transforming the rectangular knitted piece into a continuous loop.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 6–7 stitches and 5 rows per 10 centimeters when worked in the ribbed stitch pattern. This gauge information is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions and drape of the loop scarf.

Pattern Format

This is a free downloadable PDF pattern (Design 1963) provided by Schachenmayr, making it an accessible option for knitters of varying experience levels who want to create a modern, textured loop scarf using premium yarn.