by Here’s a detailed, beginner-friendly guide for making a simple knitted scarf-snood. This project is cozy, stylish, and perfect for beginners because it uses basic stitches and simple construction 🧶✨
How to Make a Simple Knitted Scarf-Snood – Step by Step
Skill Level
Beginner (basic knitting skills only)
Finished Size
- Circumference: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm)
- Length: 55–60 inches (140–150 cm)
- Can be wrapped once or twice depending on preference
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Bulky or medium-weight yarn (Category 4–5)
- Acrylic or wool blends work well for warmth and softness
- Knitting needles: Straight needles or circular needles, size US 10–11 (6–8 mm)
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends
- Scissors
Knitting Stitches Used
- k – knit
- p – purl
- st(s) – stitch(es)
This snood uses garter stitch (knit every row) or ribbing (K1, P1) for stretchy edges. Both are beginner-friendly.
Step 1: Cast On
- Cast on 60–80 stitches depending on your yarn thickness and desired width
- Keep stitches relaxed, not too tight, for softness
Step 2: Knit the Body
- Work in garter stitch (knit every row) or ribbing (K1, P1) for the entire length
- Continue until the scarf measures 55–60 inches (or desired snood length)
Tip: Try the piece around your neck as you go to check length and adjust as needed
Step 3: Join the Ends
- Fold the knitted scarf in a loop so the ends meet
- Use a yarn needle and mattress stitch to sew the short edges together neatly
- This creates a tube or snood shape that slips over the head
Step 4: Finish the Snood
- Weave in all loose ends
- Optionally, gently block the snood to even out stitches
Optional Customizations
- Use striped yarn or alternate colors every few inches
- Add a simple fringe before sewing edges (optional)
- Use chunky yarn for an extra cozy, voluminous look
- Make a double-layer snood by knitting two pieces and sewing them together
Beginner Tips
- Keep tension even but not too tight for a soft snood
- Bulky yarn makes the snood quick to knit
- Count stitches occasionally to ensure width consistency
- Try a small swatch before starting if new to knitting
🎉 Congratulations! You’ve made a simple, cozy scarf-snood that’s perfect for winter, gifting, or experimenting with textures and colors.
I can also make a super-easy one-page printable pattern with stitch counts, rounds, and measurements for beginners, so it’s even easier to follow.
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