Scoodie — Scarf Hood Pattern (Free Knitting Project)

This free hooded scarf knitting pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn. Both a scarf and a hood, this warm and cuddly winter hooded scarf is sometimes called a "scoodie." It's a great knitting project for beginners, and uses a granite relief stitch and Lion Brand Wool-Ease yarn (in the color Ranch Red) to make an unusually soft, ultra-wearable scarf.

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SKILL LEVEL: Easy

SIZE: One Size 10 in x 62 in [25 cm x 158 cm]

k= knit
st(s)= stitch(es)
k2tog= knit two together
kfb= knit in front and back of stitch
p= purl

MATERIALS
-- 620-102 Lion Brand Ranch Red, 3 Balls
-- Lion Brand Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
-- Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)

WEARING SUGGESTION: After putting the hood on, fold the front edge of the hood back and wrap the ends securely around the neck for maximum warmth.

Source: Free Knitting Patterns for Women: Lion Brand Yarn Company

Step 1

GAUGE
24 sts + 24 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

OPTIONAL TASSEL
Wind yarn 36 to 40 times around a 5 inch [13 cm] piece of cardboard. Use 18 inches [46 cm] of yarn to tie center top of tassel. Cut bottom. Use a second 18 inch [46 cm] length to wrap around tassel about 1½ inches [4 cm] from top; tie to secure and trim ends to match length of tassel.

Step 2

HOOD
Cast on 62 sts.
Row 1-6: K1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k51, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1
Row 7: K1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k2tog until 6 stitches remain, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1.
Row 8: K1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1,knit into the front and back of each stitch (kfb) until 6 stitches remain, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1.
Row 9: K1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, P50, k1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1.
Row 10: K1, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1, k51, p1, k1, p1, k1, p1.
Repeat rows 7-10 until scarf is 61 inches long.

Repeat Rows 1-6.

Bind off all stitches, weave in ends.

Step 3

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FINISHING
Fold scarf in half lengthwise and using the large-eyed blunt needle and 18 inches [46 cm] of yarn, slip st 11 inches [28 cm] of straight edge from foldline. This is the back of the hood; the fold is the top of the hood. If you are using a tassel, attach at the top corner.