Who knew there was such a thing as scarf week? With it being winter, we thought we would jump in and share with you how to make our favorite scarf.
Have you found anything simple for you to create? For my last project, I had to make it the best, the DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf. (It was featured on BuzzFeed!)
Have you seen the Arm KNitting technique yet? If you haven’t, you are about to FALL IN LOVE. I even made a video for you to learn this technique. Watch this video HERE to learn the basics.
DIY Arm Knitting Scarf
This Mushroom Colored Scarf is what I made in the Video, see below!
What have you thought about DIY Scarf Week so far? Have you found anything easy peasy for you to create for yourself or a loved one? For my last project, I had to make it the best, the DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf. If you haven’t seen this fun technique yet, you are about to FALL IN LOVE. I even made a video for you to learn this technique.
DIY Arm Knitting Scarf Tutorial
I like to compare this fun technique to the crazy rage of the rubber band bracelets that all of the kids are making these days. I found this fun technique at the beginning of the summer on Pinterest and just fell in love. While I have found a few videos, I wanted to make something quick and simple that is easy to follow, and very complete. With summer over and scarf weather here, this is the perfect time to share with you how to make this cool scarf.
Arm Knitting
Before we get started, let me tell you WHY I love these Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf tutorials. First, they are super simple (and when you see the video below, you will find it really easy and repetitive to follow.) The other thing I like about these beautiful scarves is that you can literally whip up several of these while sitting around and watching TV. Seriously! You will become so accustomed to the motion that after a while you don’t even have to watch what you are doing because it will become that easy for you.
These also make the most wonderful gifts. I have made these for several of my friends and given them as gifts. They are so warm, chunky, pretty, and just simple to make. If you have been waiting to try and make these scarves, wait no more! There are so many options, and the yarn options for these scarves are just endless.
Speaking of yarn options: When I am Arm Knitting, I am using really chunky yarn. If you use a yarn that is too thin, your scarf will be super thin and you probably won’t be overly happy with the results. Make sure you find a pretty chunky yarn in one, or multiple colors.
Here are the colors I used that are shown in the pictures (with affiliate links if you are looking for the same colors.):
Lions Brand 8oz. Super Bulky in Claret Rouge Bourdeaux
Lions Brand 6oz. Bulky in Fiesta
Yarn Bee Effortless Super Bulky 6oz. in Mushroom
I picked all of these up at my local craft store, but just in case you can’t find the same colors, you should be able to still order them online with the links above.
Are you ready to get started?
Let’s go with a little background before we get started, shall we? What is Arm Knitting? It’s the newest, greatest way to make a scarf in 30 minutes!
(Seriously, 30 minutes. You can make a few of these during the little ones nap time!)
Now I love my thick and chunky scarves I make on my loom, and basically anything that DOES NOT require me to use my sewing machine. But with this technique, you are literally using your very own body. And a pair of scissors.
For this fun tutorial, I decided to share a video tutorial. There are just some things that cannot be shown with pictures and words. You just have to see it done….and when you do…you will be making these scarves LEFT and RIGHT.
DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf
The video isn’t short, but it isn’t long either. I tried to make it super fun and easy so you could follow along with your two skeins of thick and quick (super bulky) yarn.
So pick up two skeins of your favorite color and join with me in making this fun project. Remember, the only other item you need besides the yarn is your two arms (or someone else’s) and a pair of scissors (or sharp teeth)!
DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf
I used a Chunky and Super Bulky 8oz. yarn for the Bourdeaux scarf, 6oz. for the Fiesta below, and I used a 6oz. for the Mushroom color as well. I love how they all turned out!
Check out the fun video below. It’s about 20 minutes long, but I tried to keep it as simple as possible, because it really is simple!
Learn Arm Knitting
Before you watch the video below, click to watch THIS VIDEO TO LEARN THE BASICS FIRST! This Arm Knitting Video will really teach you the basics of what you need to know before you just jump in and start. I added this after I published this post because so many people were still having issues with how to actually get started, or tie things off. Just watch this video a few times, and then jump in on the other videos. I promise, you will get it! It just takes a little repetition, and a little patience. Just remember, if you have never seen this before, then use that video link above as a guide before you jump into the rest.
NOW, watch this video and have a blast making your new scarves. These are really perfect to go with all of your fun Fall and Winter outfits, they make great Christmas and Birthday gifts, or just because gifts.
Thank you to my good friend Candy for being my scarf model! I hope you have enjoyed this week of fun DIY Scarves, and if you try ANY of these projects, I hope you give this DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf a try. Don’t forget to PIN!
Also, It may be a little hard to see exactly how I am creating the beginning loops and how I am going through these on the video, so I made a video on the basics, check it out here! You will be able to see clearly the basics and take off running with this Arm Knitting series.
If you are looking for a cute 20 min Cowl Scarf, you can find that here! The 20 minute cowl is actually one of my new favorites. It literally takes no times at all and is so super thick and chunky. I totally recommend you check out how to make the think and chunky cowl, because I am even wearing those more than my other scarves right now. And did I mention how WARM these are? LOVE.
Now that you have mastered (or are about to master) this awesome technique, who are you going to be making these for? They are perfect stocking stuffers, gift ideas, and lovely gifts to make for your self! Just make sure you know that there will be people who stop you and want to know where you got that awesome scarf! Before you know it, you might even have your own little busy scarf business on the side. (My daughter actually created a bunch of these last year for a fundraiser at school.)
Don’t forget to check out all of the Arm Knitting videos I have on my YouTube channel. I bet they give you a little inspiration for making your next project. There are so many options and fun things you can do with Arm Knitting. I hope you enjoyed this DIY Arm Knitting Infinity Scarf Tutorial. Don’t forget to share your projects with me on social media!
Arm Knitting Video Tutorial via PinkWhen.com
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You NAILED it!! Our girls LOVE doing those bracelet, they are pros!! I never knew you could do knitting like this. It is like knitting crossed with those games we used to play when we were kids like Cat’s Cradle.
Lucy has recently discovered the majesty of scarves and LOVES infinity scarves because they don’t come undone on her. This could not have come at a more perfect time!! They are off school today and Monday for parent/teacher conferences…so we are facing a FOUR DAY WEEKEND and need a project. This is the best thing EVER!!!!! –Lisa
OK, I just have to warn you that this is COMPLETELY addicting. I have a ton of scarves to make this weekend myself!
COMPLETELY ADDICTING!!! I started tomorrow and I have 9 orders from co-workers. Any suggestions on how to do change colors in the same scarf?
That’s awesome! I have not done the multiple colors, so I am not much help with that. I would guess you just need to switch the color and tie your working ends together for the new color and then keep knitting away!
I wish I knew how to knit. I want to make scarves.
Watch the video! It’s an easy tutorial and you CAN do this, I promise!
I’ve tried knitting and I just look like a kitten in a yarn basket.
I have done that before….this is actually not as hard as it looks at first…it gets really simple and goes by FAST!
OK, these are great. And with myself and 2 daughters always wearing cowls/infinity scarves, to make these is a must! What yarn did you use for the wine colored scarf? Thanks so much for sharing! ~ MamaGing.com
The Wine Colored scarf is by Lion Brand, it’s an 8oz. weight and the color is Claret Rouge Bordeaux. My scarf model in the picture, she loved both of these scarves so much that when I left, my scarves didn’t come with me! LOL.
Ohhhh how I want to learn! Thanks for linking up to the Party Bunch. Pinned. Have a great weekend!
Awesome!! Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂
Definitely going to try this – it’s amazing!! Does it matter what type of yarn you select, weight etc? (haven’t watched the video yet – but I trust when you say simple) I’m enchanted by the photos!!
Thanks so much! I think these are the best photos I have taken in a while. The video isn’t as pretty, LOL.
Ok, saw you told me what type of yarn 🙂
haha! Ok good, with it being so cold where you are, this is perfect for a weekend of fun with you and Chloe!
This is seriously the coolest thing ever! I have a stepdaughter who is so totally into scarves-this looks like the perfect Christmas gift. Pinning!
Thanks so much! My daughter is almost 13, and she is going to be making these like crazy for Christmas gifts for her teachers and friends. Now I just need to find where I can store all of the yarn she is requesting!
I always wanted to learn to knit because sometimes I have trouble doing only one thing at once. It’s weird. I like to move my hands while watching TV. I like to read while eating! Sometimes it’s rude and certain things suffer from multi-tasking but I think I could pull this off!
You could TOTALLY pull this off! Seriously, it is such a cool and easy project!
Wow these scarves are great! I gotta try this!! Thanks for sharing! how awesome!
Thanks Cindy! They are really quick and once you start you are going to be addicted!
I did one of these last winter and it gets more compliments than anything I own possibly! You are right!… It is so fun and easy. I love the colors you chose!
Aren’t they just super fun?! I am about to have 20 of them!!
That looks very cozy and unique. I want one 🙂 this is perfect for cold days. Very fashionable.
Thanks so much!
Okay, Jenn.. you’ve convinced me to at least give it a try.. I actually watched the whole thing without yarn so I’m going to get the yarn and come back. I’m hoping I can do it because it would make great gifts for the ladies on my list!! So glad you linked it with us at LOBS!!
Awesome!! You totally have to let me know how it goes for you. I promise you are going to be so surprised at how fast this goes….your friends and family are going to LOVE these scarves!
This is so clever, I am going to teach my daughter. Pinned it as well. Happy Sharefest
Thanks Karen! I’m not sure how old your daughter is, but I am almost positive she will be addicted if she is like my daughter!
Beautiful!
Thank you!
Wow! I watched it without sound, but I think I can do that. It looks like you are using your arms as knitting needles. I know how to knit, but I never finish anything. If you promise it only takes 30 minutes, I may have to give it a try!
Stopping by from Sharefest and Pinning!
Yes! The first time it may take you a little longer because you are learning it, but the second one and everything after that are 30 minutes!
This is so neat. I need to make one since it is getting cooler outside.
It’s really cool! My 12 year old made a beautiful purple scarf today and is LOVING this technique. I think I created a monster with her 🙂
I love this scarf Jen. I can’t wait to try it.
Thanks Shana! I am going to have to create a special place for all of these cool scarves soon!
Oh Jennifer, I am in love! I am sort of addicted to scarf making but I’ve never made an arm scarf. I can’t wait to share this with my ladies at our next craft day. Thanks you so much and blessings to you, Patti
Thanks Patricia! I am sort of addicted to scarf making, too. I can’t seem to have too many….my closet space says otherwise… 🙂
You were my pick as favorite at the Pincentive Hop! 🙂 Come and linkup at ours! 🙂
Thanks so much!! I am heading over to linkup now 🙂
Hey there!
Your post was chosen by one of our co-hosts as a winner of The PINcentive Blog Hop, so CONGRATS! We absolutely loved this infinity scarf :o)
As a winner, your post will be featured this Tuesday and will be pinned 31 times by my team of pinners :o) Additionally, we’d love for you to co-host our next hop which goes live this Monday at 11:00PM EST and choose our winner! It’s a great way to meet new people, find inspiring posts, and increase your following :o) As a winner, you are also entitled to priority seating which means I will enter the post you’d like to link up this week manually! I hope you are as excited as we are!
If you’d like to co-host, please contact me at your earliest convenience as I am working under a rather tight deadline. I would need your 3 preferred methods you’d like blog hop participants to follow you and the URL of the post you’d like to link up this week :o)
I look forward to hearing from you and Happy Friday!
croppedstories@gmail.com
Awesome! I sent you an email and I will send you the post link ASAP. I am SOOO excited!
I watched your tutorial today, and then I picked up yarn to make this because it looked so simple. I get the actual casting and the knitting, BUT I JUST CAN’T GET THE SLIP KNOT! 🙁 My husband has been starting, stopping, and going back for me as I kept trying to do the knot, but I can’t get it!
I have done macrame, knotted jewelry, tied different knots for my kids and grandchidren, so it isn’t like I can’t tie a knot.
Is there any way you can explain that first part in words? I give myself the extra for tying off later, fold it over, twist, and then drop it over the yarn that is hanging down, but I never get a knot. What in the world can I possibly be doing wrong. It may seem crazy, but this knot is about to drive me crazy!! PLEASE HELP
Ahh…the slip knot! It is easy. So…take your yarn and create that loop I show you in the video, then twist the loop, and then grab the working yarn end and pull it thru. This will create the slip knot for you. If that doesn’t help, I am sure you can find a video or diagram on You Tube to help you visualize….I always have to see things a few times before I can grasp it!
How do you make the knot after you sew the sides together??
Hi there! If you watch the video, at the end it tells you what to do with the last loop and remaining yarn. You will tie that into a knot and then cut. It’s easier to explain with the video than words. I hope that helps 🙂
Thank you for answering. I watched your video several more times, then watched a few others on You Tube. I finally got it. I was not grabbing JUST the working end to pull it through.
You might get a giggle out of this. When I finally got the first slip knot down, it was easy sailing. I learned to knit about 45 years ago, so it all made sense to me. As I was casting off the last three stitches, I sneezed (my yard is a little fuzzy), and I dropped the stitch I was getting ready to do. By this time (almost an hour after I started – so about 12:30 am), I was standing up, and the weight of the scarf was pulling down. WRONG THING TO DO!!! Long story short, I couldn’t stop it from pulling out, and when I tried to lay the whole things down to fix it, other stitches started coming undone, too. My husband (he is such a good man!!!) tried to help me by holding the loops as I unraveled until I could come to the point where everything was falling apart. It was just not going to happen.
I had one of my famous hissy fits 🙁 and unraveled the whole scarf. After I got it unraveled, wound, and tied so it wouldn’t be one big knot in the morning (- the cat – everything in the house is hers for having fun) I gave up and went to bed.
I am happy to tell you that I made two scarves yesterday morning. It took me a little longer than yours, but it was amazing how quickly it was to finish one.
Thank you so much for sharing your tutorial. Names are quickly getting marked off my list with this as a finished gift!
I am so glad you got it figured out! I thought you might be trying to pull both tails of yarn thru versus just the working yarn. I had to pull a scarf out once too….but the good news is that they don’t take too long to make all over again! So glad you got everything figured out 🙂
These scarves are so gorgeous! One day I pledge to learn to do this- thanks for your video. Pinned! Thanks for sharing this at Work it Wednesday this week.
~Krista from the happy housie
Awesome! I am glad you like them. 🙂
I can’t seem to get the video to play. Is there another way to view it? YouTube?
Hi Mary Beth, I am not sure why it won’t play for you. You can go to You Tube and find it. 🙂 It should be working now…if it isn’t, you have have to clear your browser and try again. Sometimes these computers are a little tricky!
Nice scarves!! I’m not a knitter but I think I will be giving this a try. I do love scarves. 🙂
Jennifer,
I wanted to check in and thank you for sharing this! I struggled the first night with that slip knot (as you can see by my previous post.) I couldn’t see that you were ONLY PULLING THE WORKING THREADS THROUGH TO MAKE THE SLIP KNOT, so it would not work!
But now we are really going with these scarves! I was in Wal-Mart with my granddaughter one day last week. While there another customer (whom I had never met) was looking for a pattern for scarves. I let my granddaughter pick out her yarn, and I showed the woman how to make “your” scarf right there. I finished that scarf (except for sewing together the ends) while we were walking through Wal-Mart. People were stopping us to tell us how pretty it was, and to ask where they could find the pattern or how to do it.
I can’t tell you how many people I have told to go to your site for the video. Several have had a hard time understanding the name of your blog, so I tell them just to remember they are asking a question – pink when = When am I going to have a baby girl? That helped the address stick for a lot of them.
I have now made 6 scarves, and I have the yarn to make 4 more. (My husband even stops at the clearance section to see if there is any yarn that would work. 🙂 )
Thank you so much for sharing this. I just found out that money is going to be very tight for a while, and I have decided to make these scarves for 9 or 10 people + one for each granddaughter! If anyone struggles or thinks it would be too complicated, have them go back and read my previous post and then read this one! You shared one of the easiest projects I have ever done.
I can’t tell you how much that mans to me! I am so happy that you love this pattern and scarf, and I am so happy you are sharing this with others. It is really one of the coolest, easiest projects I have ever done, with such an awesome result at the end.
Thank you again for always posting your wonderful questions and thoughts, I truly enjoy reading them. Not to mention, I am not sure if you read the other parts of my blog, but I also have a video tutorial for the arm knitted blanket (and I thought of you when I made the video so the slip knot and actual links are easier to see when I am making it) and I also have a great video tutorial on how to turn old sweaters into cute little beanie hats. You should go and check out those other posts…I have thumbnail pictures and the links to them under the crafts and diy accessories sections on my blog.
Thank you again for all of your wonderful words and thoughts!
Jen
So I am completely new at any kind of knitting! I saw this video and I really think I could make these! My only question what is a good yarn to use….? I
I really love Lion’s Brand. It’s what I use more than anything, but there are other good yarns out there. 🙂
I just did this and it was so easy! But when I held it up the ends were uneven. The starting end is much longer and looser than the end. Any tips?
Yes! Actually, my first scarf was a little uneven as well. Just try and make sure when you start out, and as you are knitting, to keep the same amount of tension on the yarn, and the same sized loops. I also, after every “arm switch” just kind of pull down on each of the rows to make sure they are all even. (I think I do that in the video as well, but I probably don’t say what I am doing) So glad you found it easy!
Thanks! I will try that! Also, when I unravel my skein it becomes one big knot. Any ideas to fix that?
Try not to unravel too much at one time…and I hate the knots, too!
Hey, worked on these- have done 3 now… but am having some trouble each time.
When I move the last loop to the other arm, and then tighten it- the “knot” ends up on the top of my arm- and the rest of the ‘knots’ are on the bottom of my arm. (does that make sense?) What am I doing wrong?
Also, I watched how to tie off the end several times, and I’m just not understanding what you are doing to finish it off. Can you explain, or maybe post another video?
LOVE this technique, but am having a few ‘operator errors’ 🙂 haha
Thanks!
Jana, I may have to make a “Frequently Asked Questions” video. I am not quite understanding what is going on with your scarf…but let me try to help. I think my daughter has this happen to her sometimes, too. When you move it to you other arm, and the knots from the new stitches you are creating are kind of not symmetrical and one is on top, the other in the back, a couple under? What I have had her do is just finish up all of the stitches until she has all of the chains on one arm, and then with your fingers from your free hand, start pulling gently on the stitches and lining them all up and evening them all out. I then also move my way down doing the scarf and just slightly pull on all of the stitches to even them out. When I do this, it makes a big difference. As far as ending the scarf, are you confused about binding off? Or confused about how to tie off that last stitch and finish up?
Hi,
So the casting on and most of the first row came easy to me but when I get to the last stitch on the first row (the slip knot) I can’t get it to make the knot the way the others stitches do. The yarn between my wrists looks longer than in your video and the last stitch just remains a huge hanging loop with the original knot from the slip knot hanging half way down. I hope this makes since, I can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong on this one stitch! Please help!
Hi Corrie! Are you making the slip knot correctly? It almost sounds like you are not making it correctly. When you make a slip knot you should be able to adjust it and “cinch” it down so it does not move on you. Make sure you are making that correctly…I had another reader who had something similar happen and she wasn’t making the knot correctly. Just remember when you twist and reach thru to grab either the “working yarn” or the “tail”, but don’t grab them both. I hope that helps!
I was doing the slip knot backwards! I will try another one, and see if that works! I’m also wondering if I’m puling to tight b/c my outside stitches are loose, and the inside ones are tighter… ?
As far as the end part goes… I re-watched the video again and will try it again (and keep you posted if I need more help!)
Thank you!!!
I am glad you were able to figure the slipknot issue out! It can be a bit of a pain if you do not know what you are doing when you first start using slip knots. I had the same issue when I started. 🙂
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that is what it looks like- is that normal? shouldn’t the part where the yarn is trying to ‘knot’ (on the right by my pinky) be tighter and by the other ‘knots’??? Doesn’t it look too loose???
I think you just need to tighten it more….everything else looks fine from what I can tell…
I can’t tighten it… b/c then it’s on the back of my arm- 180 degrees away from the other ones.
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Hmmm….I am not sure why it is doing that? Are you sure you are doing it correctly? I have another video for an arm knitting blanket on here. Try watching it and see if you are starting it and doing it correctly. I am about to go out of town so I won’t be on here much more, but check out the other video…it’s from a different angle…and see if you are doing it correctly. Sorry I can’t be of better help.
This looks so fun! I am going to make a couple for my cousins for their birthdays!! Do you know the approximate yardage you used?
Honestly I just made the scarves and kind of wrapped them around myself when I made them to get the exact length and look I wanted. Each one I have made has been a little different.
Hi, yes the slip not is correct I believe. It cinches and doesn’t move and when Im pulling it off for the first row it doesn’t make the same stitch the other loops make.
Try watching a video on making a slip knot, or just make sure when you make the slip knot….you make the loop, twist the loop, then grab ONE set of yarn, not both sets. That could be the mistake you are making. Hope that helps!
Thank you!! I can’t wait to make more for the holidays.
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I AM IN LOVE! Honestly, I’ve never even owned an infinity scarf because most of the ones I’ve seen are just too thin for my liking. I was even nervous as I was making my first scarf that I wasn’t even going to like it.
I made it a little longer than you suggested (I think around 25 rows of loops) just because I like my scarves a little longer and bulkier and it came out perfect! I’m so thrilled! I’ve never even knit anything in my life and here I am whipping up a scarf like it’s my job.
You made it so easy to learn. Thank you! Here’s a picture of my scarf (hopefully you’ll be able to see it) I plan on making many more!
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Courtney
You did such an awesome job!! Love the purple 😉
Ok. I took a video of what I’m doing- hopefully you can tell me what I’m doing wrong!
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thanks!!!
Perfect! So glad you included the video. Soo…even when I make the scarves, my last knot will end up a little “wonky” and on top of my wrist, as well as the others on my arm are all at different angles. Before I start moving everything over to my other arm, I just straighten them all up to where they are all under my arm…and then I start. You will always have to adjust your links because you are always twisting and moving your arms, and they will end up a little off. Just make sure to straighten them all up before you start on the next row. Hope that helps! I guess it has become such a habit for me that I didn’t realize that is what I do…but you can even watch the video and see me straighten my loops before I start the next rows. Hopefully that helps you out! 🙂
Hi! Love these scarfs and want to try a few this weekend..but had a quick question first. How many packages of yarn does it take to make one scarf? (Do you use an entire package for one scarf) . Thanks!
Well you need two, because you have to use both skeins of yarn. However, depending on how long you make it, what type of yarn, and the weight of the yarn, you may be able to make two…I have used thinner yarns and been able to make 2 – 3 scarves. The thicker the material, the more it actually uses. Hope that helps!
What length of yarn will I need?
I believe my yarn was a 6oz. 186 yards, a regular sized skein. 🙂
2 questions! 1, do you technically count one “strand/thread” as 2 pieces of yarn to make the scarf thicker, making one stitch of the beginning step 4 pieces of yarn? 2, if I am correct that technically 4 pieces of yarn equal one stitch, what happens to the loop that you started off with(the knot to start the scarf)?
2 strands of yarn = 1 stitch/link
So what happens to the loophole from the very beginning?
That loophole (the slip knot) is your first stitch that you make, so it should be the first stitch of your scarf.
Okay, this helps so much. Thank you!!
Hi Jen! I have bought big things of yarn not like what you have in the box. I was wondering how many feet of yarn I need to do this scarf?
It depends on how large you want your scarf to be and how thick the yarn is. I have been able to make 2 and 3 scarves from just two skeins of yarn, and then I have also only been able to make one scarf. It really just depends on the length you want your scarf and the thickness of the yarn. Hope that helps!
Hello, I am going to need some help…but I’m going to try this.
I’m sure with a bit of practice I can figure this out, but my main question that I haven’t been able to answer is how many first stitches do I need for a scarf? I’m thinking probably 10? but others have done as few as 6 I believe. The only other question is how long should the tail be? Thank you for your help and I’m looking forward to getting started, hopefully I can complete a few before Christmas!
Your tail needs to be about 3 ft or so long. When you make your slip knot, that is considered your first stitch. and then depending on how wide you would like you scarf, I would say make maybe 8-12 stitches. Then the number of stitches for the length really is up to you for how long of a scarf you are planning on making. Hope that helps!
This is lovely! I’ve taught myself how to knit scarves before (with knitting needles) but they never turn out so I’m excited to try this this weekend! Thank you for the lovely tutorial!
Thanks Stephanie, you will love this. My daughter has all of her friends at school making these now. They are such a quick and fun project.
Jennifer, I just finished watching your video and am very excited to try this! How much yarn did it take to make the scarf on the video?
hi Dawn! I used TWO skeins of yarn, and I used about half of each skein for this scarf. In fact, I had enough leftover that I was able to make TWO scarves. It really just depends on how long you want your scarf to be, and what brand, how heavy your yarn is. Hope that helps! 🙂
I’ve been knitting with looms for awhile and tried this the other night. I love it and its a lot easier. Any ideas on how to make a hat this easy?
Kimberly, you and I are on the SAME PAGE my friend! I did a quick video on how to make a Beanie from an upcycled sweater. It literally takes 10 minutes! You can find the post here: https://www.pinkwhen.com/diy-beanie-from-an-upcycled-sweater/ If you are looking to crochet one, stay tuned! I should have a post and video up soon…
I love these scarves and am doing a whole bunch for christmas gifts this year! I was wondering if you knew any secret to keeping your loops uniform and tight! I seem to keep having one or two loops every couple of rows that are larger than the rest, any help is appreciated!
hi Jillian, we have been making tons of scarves for friends and family as well. Actually, I have had a few stitches in some of the scarves that were a little large and I usually tie those back into the scarf by weaving them in. It seems to do the trick! I am not sure what is causing it, but I think in my case I am skipping a stitch or doing something like that.
Hi! I tried this tonight and I was able to go under the first loop but could never get the “over” part. The loop being held with my index finger. I really wanna make one of these and I got so frustrated haha. Any way you could post a photo?
Thank you
Hi Laura, I have a picture at the bottom of the post with a little diagram, but I also have this video here which you will be able to see the actual knitting MUCH better because it is from a different view. https://www.pinkwhen.com/diy-arm-knitting-a-blanket/
You my friend are an awesome teacher. I have noticed that with a lot of the tutorials of any type, that they talk so fast you can’t follow along. You are very calming when you talk. This is an amazing project and I thank you!
Thanks so much! I am so glad you were able to do these. 🙂
Okay so I’m new to this and I’ve been trying for hours now. Lol. Is the tail suppose to be getting shorter when making the first 12 loops? Because I feel like I start with a really long tail and by the end it’s way shorter. :-/ any help would be great. Thanks!
Yes, your tail should be getting shorter, which is why you start with such a long tail 🙂
When i get to the end of the first arm switch…the last loop leaves a huge piece hanging…. I thought from the slip knot…but every other row the last loop ends up that way…can’t figure out what I’m doing wrong!?
Hi Kristen, I am actually making a video and should have it up tonight that will show the basics, and maybe from that you will be able to see what could be happening. Hopefully it helps!
I tried it and I ended up with a bunch of knots.. I was using the super bulky yarn 6oz …it looks easy but clearly I’m not cut out..disappointed
Hi Monica, keep the faith! I am sharing a video soon of all of the basics. Maybe this will help you out 🙂
Still can’t get it. Got the 12 stiches but now I’m stuck on the other arm. The tail that’s supposed to stay out of the way keeps getting in the way. And I end up with a big mess. You make it look so easy :/
Just take your time with it. Practice with it, and maybe it will “click” and you will be able to make one. 🙂
I want to make some for my nieces and sister in law. They look so easy! I have never knitted in my life but hopefully I’ll be able to pick this up. I was wondering how many balls of yarn you need for one scarf? Do you just use 1 6-8oz skein? Or do you need 2 per scarf? Thanks for the great video! I’m excited to start on some tonight!
Hi Steph, if you get a little lost with this video, I have one up that is Arm Knitting: Learning the Basics. It should clarify any questions you might have. Also, you will need 2 skeins of yarn, and depending on what brand, how thick the yarn is, as well as how long you make your scarf, you may be able to make yourself 2 scarves. Hope that helps! Here is a link to the other video if you get lost: https://www.pinkwhen.com/arm-knitting-learning-the-basics/
Just wanted to say THANK YOU!!! I was looking for a quick scarf to make for a friend, and this fit the bill. Now I’m making one for every one of my girlfriends for Christmas! Perfect gift, and so fast and easy!
You are so welcome! I bet your friends are going to be so happy. 🙂
These are fabulous! My 17 yr old daughter came across your tutorial on Pinterest and came home excited to try it. I have been making crocheted infinity scarves for Christmas gifts and after seeing your video, she wanted to try her hand at it. She raided my yarn stash and in about a half an hour, she had a pretty new lavender scarf to wear to her chorus concert tonight! She got loads of compliments on it and is now asking for more yarn for Christmas! How can I say no to that?!?
I bet that scarf is gorgeous! My daughter also made a beautiful dark lavender scarf and it really was beautiful. I am so glad she likes it and just a warning – it’s addicting!
This is PERFECT! I needed something that was quick and easy to make an sell for a mission trip fundraiser and you’re right…they are COMPLETELY addicting. I’ve been wearing mine to work and class and everyone is asking me where I got them and if I can make them one!
I have been looking at so many youtube videos on this, and yours is by far the best I’ve seen. Thank you for posting! Very helpful!
would like to try to make a baby hammock but not sure how to increase or decrease could you give me some idea on how to do it.
I am not quite sure how big you would like it, but if staying small, I would start with 5-7 chains for the width, and then add the amount of rows you feel you would need to have the length you are looking for. I am not sure I would use yarn, I would look for something with heavier weight and sturdier if you are actually placing an infant in it, and I wouldn’t recommend – or feel that this would be a safe option. If you are looking to make this for an American Girl doll, or something similar, I think the yarn would be fine.
how many stitches would I need to make it longer than a cowl . something like 12 and how many rows to make it above the waist.
thank you
Hi Rosalie, this is actually for an infinity scarf, not a cowl. It hangs down to my waist and I double it up as an infinity scarf. Hope that helps!
My husband’s cousin showed me how to make these at our Christmas gathering 3 weeks ago, so after Christmas I watched a few videos and tried to make one. After 3 or 4 tries, I did it! I gave that one to my god-daughter and posted a picture on my Facebook page. People went crazy over them! Then I watched your video and it made more sense how to make them. Since last Sunday, I have made 5 more scarves and sold 4 of them and gave one as a birthday gift. Using the same technique, I made the coolest, cutest button-on boot toppers today using my fingers instead of my arms. I can’t wait to post pictures of them on Facebook and see how many of them I can sell. This has been such a blessing at a time when my family could use a little extra income. If I can bring in an extra $200-$250 a month while I’m watching tv, that will pay the electric bill or two weeks of groceries or textbooks for my son who is in college.
Thanks again!!
Becky that is wonderful, and I am so happy you love making them. 🙂
Thank you so very much for the video! You are a really good teacher…..sure would like to have you as a neighbor! Thanks again!! Can’t wait to try this 🙂
Thanks Linda, I am so glad you found this helpful!
Hi Jennifer! Quick question, I’m wondering if after we finish the first scarf, the remainder of the yarn.. is there enough to make a second scarf do you think? Thanks!
Ye, ma’am! If you don’t have enough to make an Infinity scarf, you could check out my other video and make a chunky cowl scarf…super quick… in less than 20 minutes!
Love this 🙂 we featured it in our Mom Day Gifts to crochet/knit! Thanks for sharing!
I love this idea. Never done crocheting or knitting but would like to give this a try!
I featured this (with a link back) this week on my site: “Omg… I Could Sooo Make That. in a post titled: “Arm Knitting Tutorials” You can check it out here:
http://icouldsomakethat.webs.com/apps/blog/show/42331749-omg-arm-knitting-
Thank you.
-Pam
I love this and have made several but two have had links come out and I don’t know how to fix them. I made one for my son’s girlfriend and it got snagged on her backpack. Any idea how to mend one?
I have had that happen, too! The best way to try and work them back into the scarf is to pull on the links around them and try and get them back in place as best as you can. I was able to do it with one, but I had issues with another one. :-/
Thank you so much for your video- it’s perfect! I made my first one and it came out pretty good. I was wondering with the lions brand homespun yarn how many skeins do you need to make it look like your wine color scarf. Is it just 2? How did you get it to look so full? Did the model wrap it around more than once or is just the kind of yarn you used the 8oz vs 6 oz? Thank you for taking the time to read this:)
The wine colored scarf is huge! It is the 8oz yarn.
Thanks. So I only need 2 of the 8oz. If I use 6 oz will it still look full? TY!!!! Wearing my scarf now:)
I guess I am just trying figure out what kind of yarn would give a full look other than the Lions 6.0z thick wool-ease thick and quick. I like that look but I am in Cali and that might be too heavy for some people. Its 64 degrees here and I am cold! LOL
Ha! I used a smaller size yarn for a few of mine, but they just don’t give that chunky look. Lucky you with that awesome Cali weather!
Ok, thanks- so if I use the 6 or 8 oz home spun I should be good to go for a chunkier look right?
I made my first arm knit scarf last weekend and I kept getting it caught on stuff so the links were falling out. After reading your comment above about pulling on the links around it, I was able to fix it! Thank you so much!
That’s Eryn! So glad you were able to make it all better! 🙂
Wow! It’s been over a year since you ladies got to these gorgeous projects! So, late to the game but I’ve just finished my first scarf and it’s gorgeous and SO easy and quick. My grandson will be making one for his mom for Christmas and I’m going to try my hand….er, arms….at making a throw for the couch. Thanks for the clear instructions.
I can’t wait to get started on this…last minute Christmas gifts. I just wanted your opinion, does the brands of yarn that you use shed? I believe I’ve use the regular homespun and it shed like crazy. Any tips?
thanks.
I use the Lion Brand and I have worn my scarves a TON. They don’t shed a ton, but they have shed some. I have noticed it being really bad. Not sure if I am much help!
Amazing, thank you so much. You have created an addict.This was so easy and the results were beyond what I thought I could accomplish. Love, love, love this.
Thanks for teaching. I’ve made two since watching your videos. Both ended up twice as wide at the end as when I began. Why?? I’m simply moving it all from one wrist to the other. How are loops getting added? HELP!
Are you adding loops, or are you loosening your loops?? If you are running into issues, try checking out the video I have for learning the basics. It’s a quick video and goes over the basic principles of Arm Knitting and may help you with figuring out what could be happening. 🙂 Here it is: https://www.pinkwhen.com/arm-knitting-learning-the-basics/