Koi Fish Lace Scarf Knitting Pattern

Description

Create a beautiful lace scarf featuring elegant koi fish motifs. This intermediate-level pattern will guide you through creating a stunning accessory that will make a statement.

Materials

Yarn: Fingering weight yarn in orange, white, and black. (Approx. 400 yds each)
Needles: US 5 / UK 9 / 3.75 mm knitting needles
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Gauge

24 stitches x 30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Pattern

Cast on 50 stitches using the orange yarn.

Row 1 (RS): K2, *k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k4; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k2tog, yo, k2.

Row 2 (WS) and all WS rows: Purl all stitches.

Row 3: K1, *k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk, k3; repeat from * to last 4 sts, k2tog, yo, k1.

Continue working in the Koi Fish Lace stitch pattern for 15 inches.

Next, work the Koi Fish Chart for the center section of the scarf.

Chart Key: O = orange, W = white, B = black

Row 1: Follow the chart from right to left.

Continue working the Koi Fish Chart until you reach the desired length.

After completing the chart, resume the Koi Fish Lace stitch pattern for another 15 inches.

Bind off all stitches and weave in ends.

Finishing

Block the scarf to shape, pinning out the lace section to open up the fish motifs.

Your Koi Fish Lace Scarf is now ready to wear or gift!