Double Trouble

DIGITAL KNITTING PATTERN (PDF) available in English and German

A mini scarf that doubles as a tie-headband in bold Double Brioche ribbing.

This mini scarf is knit flat in two-color Double Brioche for a bold 2x2 rib. An i-cord (worked as selvedge) surrounds the scarf. It is gently shaped with increases towards the center and decreases towards the other tip. 

For added visual interest, Color A and B can be switched at the halfway point (as shown in the pink/red larger sample).

The small version can be worn as a mini scarf around the neck or as a tied headband. The large version can be wrapped around the neck twice for an extra layer of warmth, or as a double-wrapped headband.

SIZES

Small Version: 71 x 7 cm / 28 x 2 ¾ inch 


Large Version: 122 x 9 cm / 48 x 3 ½ inch

Shown on a head with 56 cm/22 inch circumference.

YARN

2 Colors of Fingering weight yarn 


(about 360-400 m/ 394-437 yd per 100 g)

I recommend using (semi-)solids or a combination of a (semi-)solid and a multicolored yarn with a medium to high contrast.

Shown in:

Small Version: Steppke Single by Frida Fuchs (100% SW Merino, 360 m per 100 g) in Neon Peach (Color A) and Merino Singles by La Bien Aimée (100% SW Merino, 360 m per 100 g) in Rust (Color B)

Large Version: Steppke Single by Frida Fuchs (100% SW Merino, 360 m per 100 g) in Flamingo (Color A) and Roter Neon (Color B)

YARDAGE

Small Version: 60 m / 66 yd per color; 120 m / 132 yd in total 

Large Version:
125 m / 137 yd per color; 250 m / 274 yd in total

GAUGE

44 sts / 30 rows = 10 cm / 4” in Double Brioche stitch (2x2) 

(after blocking)

NEEDLES

US 1½/2.5 mm short circular needles (or size needed to obtain gauge) or DPNs

NOTIONS

tapestry needle

PATTERN VERSIONS

PDF knitting pattern in English and German, in 3 layout versions: Standard, printer friendly (black print, no photos), and mobile friendly