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Create a unique and eye-catching Bayer Filter Scarf with this detailed knitting pattern. The scarf is inspired by the pixel pattern used in digital imaging, giving it a modern and tech-inspired design. Knit with your favorite yarn and colors to make it truly your own!

Pattern Details

• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Size: One Size
• Materials Needed:
  • Yarn: Any fingering weight yarn in 4 contrasting colors         
    - Qty: 400 yards (366 meters) of each color
  • Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) knitting needles
  • Notions: Tapestry needle, scissors
• Gauge: 24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern Notes

• The scarf is knitted flat.
• The Bayer Filter Scarf is reversible.
• You can use any fingering weight yarn, but make sure to check gauge for best results.
• Feel free to customize the length and width of your scarf as desired.

Color Chart

Abbreviations

• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• MC: Main Color
• CC1: Contrasting Color 1
• CC2: Contrasting Color 2
• CC3: Contrasting Color 3

Pattern Instructions

1. Using MC, cast on 57 stitches.
2. Rows 1-6: K across.
3. Row 7: K3, *K6 with CC1, K6 with MC; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, K6 with CC1, K3.
4. Row 8 and all even rows: P across.
5. Row 9: K2, *K6 with CC1, K6 with MC, K6 with CC2; repeat from * to last 9 stitches, K6 with CC1, K2.
6. Row 11: K1, *K6 with MC, K6 with CC1, K6 with CC3; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, K6 with MC, K1.
7. Repeat Rows 7-12 until the scarf reaches your desired length, ending with Row 12.
8. Rows 13-18: K across.
9. Bind off in pattern.
10. Weave in all loose ends.