Can you knit a scarf on circular needles?

Can you knit straight on circular needles? Yes! Circular knitting needles are great for knitting flat (back and forth) as well. The long cable is great for holding a large number of stitches on the needle as they can move freely along the cable and take the weight of your project.

Can I use circular needles for a scarf?

In some patterns, when a project is worked flat (such as a scarf or perhaps a garment that's worked in pieces and seamed, like Beleza shown above), the required tools section may list straight needles. But as many of you know, you can use circular needles to work flat pieces.

Can you use circular knitting needles for everything?

Circular needles are the perfect choice for knitting in the round and also knitting flat pieces. They consist of a needle tip on each end with a cord joining them. These are used for projects like hats, sweaters, socks, sleeves, mittens and more.

How long should circular needles be for scarf?

36″ (91cm): Generally used for flat-knitting, it's a common size used for adult cardigans as well as shawls or blankets. Longer length circular needles are usually used for large shawls and blankets, in particular the ones that are knit in the round.

Does circular needle length matter?

You may have thought all along that bigger circular needles produce better stitches but you are wrong! Every circular needle size and cord length has its own purpose. Each needle size is numbered and the smaller this number is, the smaller the circular needle will be and you will also have to use a thinner yarn.

How to Knit: Knitting flat with circular needles

Why do knitters use circular needles?

Circular needles have pointed tips and come attached with a length of smooth nylon or plastic cord. Because circular needles allow the weight of the work to rest in your lap (rather than on the needles) they put less strain on the hands, wrists, and shoulders.

Can you use circular knitting needles instead of double pointed?

Yes, circular needles are a great alternative to double pointed in many cases. In fact, many knitters prefer to use circular needles over DPNs for a number of reasons. I learned to knit in the round using double pointed needles myself & still use them for certain projects.

What is the best stitch to knit a scarf?

DIAGONAL RIB STITCH. The Diagonal Rib Knit Stitch is a great way to create the depth of ribbing while allowing your piece to easily lie flat. This 8-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern would be perfect to knit up a pillow or an elegant scarf.

How many stitches should I cast on for a scarf?

To determine how many stitches you will need to cast on, take your (gauge per inch) x (total width in inches) and the total will be the number of stitches needed for your scarf. This means you will need to cast on 36 stitches when working with a gauge of 4.5 per inch in order to get a scarf that is 8 inches wide.

How many balls of yarn do I need for a scarf?

You may need approx. 5 or 6 50g balls of wool to make your scarf. You can choose any colour wool, even a multicolour wool.

How wide should a scarf be?

On average, scarves are usually 6 to 8 inches wide, and anywhere from 3 to 10 feet long. This is a wide range, and more exact measurements are based on the style of the scarf, and on the size of the person.

Is stockinette stitch good for a scarf?

The main body of this scarf is worked in stockinette stitch, the most common of all stitch patterns, which is formed by alternating knit rows and purl rows. The scarf's border is worked in garter stitch, made by working every row in a knit stitch.

Can you knit in the round with circular needles?

If you're using circular needles to knit a project in the round, then you need to join the round after you've cast on. Your first stitch of your first row of the pattern will be your joining stitch. The most important thing when joining in the round is that none of the stitches on your circular needles are twisted.

What is the difference between magic loop and circular needles?

Magic Loop is a technique for working in the round that avoids the use of double pointed needles. Using longer-than-usual circular needles, you can knit projects even with very small circumferences, like wee little socks, crowns of hats, cuffs of sleeves… the list goes on!

Can a beginner use circular knitting needles?

Circular needles are very similar to single-pointed needles. The only difference is the flexible cable connecting the two needles. This allows you to cast on a lot more stitches while keeping the weight of the needles low at the same time. They can be a great choice for beginners.

Can I knit a blanket with circular needles?

NEEDLES: I recommend ALWAYS using circular needles when knitting a blanket. You will still knit back-and-forth in rows, but the weight of the numerous stitches and growing fabric will rest on your lap as you work, rather than your wrists having to bear the strain.

Are circular knitting needles good?

There are many advantages to picking up a set of circular needles. Connected at their bases by a length of cord, these needles allow you to knit in the round—meaning you can knit pieces without sewing any seams.

How do you know what size circular knitting needles to use?

To calculate the maximum length of needle you can use for knitting in the round, divide the number of stitches you will be knitting by the stitch tension (gauge) per cm (or inch) to find the diameter of the knitting, and then use a needle length of that dimension or smaller.

What size circular knitting needles do I need for a blanket?

Circular needles are great for any blanket project. They're long enough to hold a whole blanket, and the size 8 is perfect for any worsted weight yarn. The best circular needles for a blanket are ChiaoGoo Circular Needles (US8).

What is the longest in length for circular knitting needles?

Circular needles also come in lengths of 40″ and 47″, and even go longer than that.