Back to basics! In “broken” columns of garter stitch, this single-row-repeat pattern creates a wonderfully textured and incredibly simple-to-knit scarf.

Broken Garter Scarf, Now in Wheat Flour | Purl Soho

The soothing hypnotism of our Broken Garter Scarf pairs perfectly with our lustrous Mulberry Merino. Under the shine of this yarn, the texture ignites, and in our new heather-ed Wheat Flour color, the result is subtle and very elegant.

Broken Garter Scarf, Now in Wheat Flour | Purl Soho

Fooling all those who admire it, this classic scarf is a stunner that no one would guess could be knit by a total beginner! -Laura

Broken Garter Scarf, Now in Wheat Flour | Purl Soho

Designed by Purl Soho designer, Laura Ferguson.

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Materials

Broken Garter Scarf, Now in Wheat Flour | Purl Soho
  • 3 skeins of Purl Soho’s Mulberry Merino, 80% extra fine merino wool and 20% mulberry silk. Approximately 554 yards required. We used Wheat Flour. (NOTE: We no longer offer Mulberry Merino, but choose from one of our other sport weight yarns.)
  • US 5 (3.75mm), straight or circular needles

Gauge

22 stitches = 4 inches in garter stitch

Size

Finished Dimensions: 9 inches wide x 78 inches long

Pattern

For the free pattern, please visit our original Broken Garter Scarf post.

Broken Garter Scarf, Now in Wheat Flour | Purl Soho