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