Men’s Rock Scarf
The Men’s Rock Scarf combines clean texture with easy stitches for a classic, rugged look. Beginner-friendly and backed by a full video tutorial, it’s the perfect project for knitting a cozy, everyday scarf he’ll actually love to wear.
You’ll find everything you need to knit the scarf below, including the yarn, knitting needles, and a free pattern. If you like this pattern, please share it!
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Knit Tutorials
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Yarn Selection
The yarn I first used for this pattern has since been discontinued, but honestly, that just gives you more room to play. This scarf works wonderfully with nearly any aran or worsted weight yarn, so you can choose whatever fits your style and budget. Check out a few of my favorite picks below! Whatever yarn you choose, you will need about 300 yards if you want to make the exact same size as I have listed.
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Lion Brand Wool-Ease is a versatile worsted weight yarn that combines the warmth of wool with the easy care of acrylic, making it perfect for a wide range of projects from garments to accessories and home décor. Soft and smooth with great stitch definition, it’s ideal for both knit and crochet patterns. Wool-Ease offers the comfort of natural fiber with the added durability and washability of a blended yarn, making it a freat choice for everyday accessories.
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Lion Brand Fisherman’s Wool is a classic, 100% natural wool yarn known for its durability and warmth. This worsted-weight yarn is lightly processed, retaining its lanolin for added water resistance, making it ideal for sturdy, long-lasting projects. With its firm structure and worsted weight, Fisherman’s Wool is a great choice for places where it gets super chilly.
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Knit Picks High Desert Worsted is a premium 100% American-grown wool yarn made from a luxurious blend of Merino and Merino-Rambouillet fibers. With a tight twist that delivers excellent stitch definition, it’s perfect for showcasing textured patterns and cables. The yarn comes in a beautiful palette of jewel-toned solids and rustic heathers, inspired by the high desert landscape. Soft yet durable, it’s a great choice for cozy garments and accessories.
Knitting Needles Used For Pattern
You can either use straight or circular needles for this project in a size 5mm [US-8]. I always prefer circular needles so I can move my project to the cord when I’m not working on it to ensure nothing falls off. Some of my favorite needs are made by Chia Goo. Their Stainless Steel Needles help the yarn glide like butter and the cord is made from nylon which keeps it untangled.
I’ve included some other great needles that I love below at different price points.
This affordable bamboo knitting needle set from Amazon has every size you’ll need to tackle any project. The smooth, lightweight bamboo makes them comfortable to use and helps prevent stitches from slipping off your needles.
If you’re starting out, a bamboo needle set is a great cost-effective choice—but if you’re serious about knitting and ready to invest, the Addi Click Set – Short Lace is in a league of its own. With sharp lace tips, smooth joins, and flexible cords, these needles make even the most intricate projects faster, easier, and more enjoyable.
Additional Supplies Needed
The only other thing you will need is a yarn needle to weave in the ends. My favorite yarn needles are made of metal, they are easy to slide through any yarn. I like the Susan Bates option below.
Gauge For Pattern
Gauge is 4”= 14 sts and 24 rows in pattern to make the same size pictured. However, you don’t have to worry about gauge unless you want it the exact same size. Scarves are great projects for those of us (like me) who don’t enjoy having to make gauge before starting. Important note though, be sure to watch the video tutorial to understand how to measure your yarn so you don’t run out before the 2nd edging is completed.
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Finished Measurements
The finished size of the scarf (when gauge is followed) is approx. 9” wide x 60″ long.
Construction
The scarf is worked flat in rows. The edging is a mirror and special care needs to be taken to not run out of yarn. Be sure to watch the video tutorial on how to measure your yarn before beginning.
Video Tutorial
Follow along as I show you how to make the scarf in this step-by-step tutorial.
Abbreviations Used
- BO- bind off
- K- knit
- P- purl
- CO- cast on
- St(s)- stitch(es)
- *- repeat from starting point until pattern tells you to stop
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Men’s Rock Scarf
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Special Instructions For The Pattern
- Read through the pattern before beginning.
- See instructions in video on how to keep from running out of yarn before completing both sides of the mirror image scarf.
- Adjust the width of the scarf by increasing/decreasing in multiples of 2+1.
Scarf Instructions
CO 31 sts
Edging Detail
Rows 1-10: Knit.
Row 11: *K1, p1; repeat from * across to last st, k1.
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Rows 12-30: Repeat Row 11.
Rows 31-40: Knit.
Rows 41-60: Repeat Row 11.
Rows 61-70: Knit.
Scarf Body
Repeat Row 11 until half of your yarn is used up. Note: Keep track of how many rows you’ve made for the body. See video on how to measure this and tips on not running out of yarn for the 2nd half of the scarf.
2nd Half of Scarf
Continue Repeating Row 11 for the same amount of rows you just made with the first half of your yarn.
Other Side of Edging
Rows 1-10: Knit.
Row 11: *K1, p1; repeat from * across to last st, k1.
Rows 12-30: Repeat Row 11.
Rows 31-40: Knit.
Rows 41-60: Repeat Row 11.
Rows 61-79: Knit.
BO knitwise.
Finishing
Fasten off and weave in ends. Block with preferred method, if needed.
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