Introduction: Convertible Infinity Scarf

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About: Avid knitter, crocheter, and sewist of 20+ years

This super bulky scarf takes coziness to another level with a chunky-button detail that is both stylish and functional. Buttoned, it makes a plush, double loop to keep the cold at bay; unbuttoned, it’s a classic scarf with a clean look. The construction itself is simple and great for all levels of knitters: squishy garter stitch, simple yarn overs for buttonholes, and a few decreases for subtle rounded corners.

Supplies

MATERIALS

  1. approximately 300 yds super bulky yarn (shown in Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick&Quick, 80% Acrylic/20% Wool, 106 yds/97 m and 6 oz/170 g per skein)
  2. size US11/8mm knitting needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
  3. 4 - 1 in/2.5cm diameter buttons
  4. sewing needle and thread
  5. tapestry needle
  6. scissors


ABBREVIATIONS

CO - cast on

k - knit

yo - yarn over

k2tog - knit two together

st(s) - stitches


GAUGE

12 sts x 20 rows = 4 in/10 cm in garter stitch

Step 1: Set Up

CO 22 sts using the Long Tail cast on. 

Rows 1-3: k across.

Step 2: Buttonholes

Row 4: k5, yo, (k4, yo) x3, k5. (26 sts)

Step 3: Body

Continue in Garter Stitch (k every row while turning work) until scarf measures approximately 60 in/150 cm (5 ft/1.5 m).

Step 4: Button End

Next row: k4, k2tog, (k3, k2tog) x3, k5. (22 sts)

k for 3 more rows.

Step 5: Finishing

Bind off and weave in ends. 

Sew each button 4 stitches apart and 3 rows up from the bound off end of the scarf.

Step 6: Wear!

This scarf can be worn multiple ways: unbuttoned as a regular scarf, in one long loop, or doubled as an infinity scarf. Enjoy and stay warm!