We love revisiting the gorgeous linen stitch—so much so that we came up with a free adaptation to the Striped Linen Stitch Scarf pattern to make a neck warmer with a slightly different striping sequence. Whether you choose a series of gradient colors, cheerful brights, moody jewel tones, or sophisticated neutrals, linen stitch brings harmony (and a great texture!) to all.

We knit this version of our Striped Linen Stitch Scarf in lofty Manos del Uruguay Milo. At first glance, this sport-weight yarn has a homey, rustic charm. Then, you start to see the complexity of this blend of merino wool and linen. The plant fiber retains a bit more of its natural color through Manos’ hand-dying process, leading to beautifully heathered shades with a subtle sheen.

FINISHED SIZE
Approx. 7 1/2 x 76"/19 x 193cm after blocking.

YARN
3 skeins Manos Milo (380 yds/350m each), one each in three colors. Designate colors A through C (our sample used the colorway: A = Potosi, B = Natural, C = Lisboa).
Or approx. 670 yds/612m total of an equivalent DK-weight yarn.
Our sample used approx. 180 yds/165m of Color A, 280 yds/256m of color B and 151yds/138m of color C.

NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 10 (6mm) 29"/74cm circular needles, or size to obtain gauge.
Stitch markers. Blunt darning needle to finish.

GAUGE
Approx. 23 sts = 4"/10cm in linen stitch, before blocking.

See the "Basic Details" tab for size, yarn, needle, and gauge information.

Please refer to original pattern for complete instructions. Only changes are covered in this adaptation.

Provisional Cast-on:
Cast on for scarf as directed in original pattern.

Linen Stitch:
Set-up row (WS): With Color A, work as directed in original pattern.
Continue working as directed in original pattern, referring to color sequence below.

Color Sequence:
Rows 1–4 (4 rows): Color A.
Rows 5–8 (4 rows): Color B.
Rows 9–12 (4 rows): Color C.
Rows 13–16 (4 rows): Color B.
Repeat Rows 1–16 4 more times. Note: You should have 5 stripes of Color C. [80 rows total]
Rows 81–84 (4 rows): Color A.

I-cord bind-off:
Continuing with Color A, bind off as directed in original pattern.

Finishing:
Finish as directed in original pattern.