This blue scarf is knit in hurdle stitch, an easy stitch for beginners. It is a practical stitch for a scarf because the texture of knit and purl stitches traps air and helps provide insulation against cold winter breezes.

The sample was knit in a washable sock yarn, and its light weight means that it will tuck neatly inside your coat collar. Consider knitting the scarf in heavier weight yarns--a chunky yarn will knit up into a quick gift for someone.

The stitch pattern is an easy 2-stitch, 4-row repeat, so it is a simple matter to adjust the size of your scarf, no matter what weight of yarn you choose to use. Some basic suggestions for making changes are given in the pattern.

Part of a curated collection of colourful designs published in 2018.