Description

Birch Leaf Scarf/Shawl – Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Sizes: 18″ x 55″ and 20″ x 59″

Garter stitch gets a dimensional twist in this Birch Leaf Scarf/Shawl knitting pattern, where raised, sculptural leaves march along one edge of a cozy, one-piece wrap. Worked sideways from end to end, the design combines simple garter fabric with a built-in leaf border shaped through targeted increases and decreases, so the texture grows naturally as you knit rather than being added on afterward. This 3D leaf stitch scarf pattern is a satisfying project for knitters who enjoy textured, sculptural knitting and want a substantial wrap that feels as good as it looks.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Worked sideways in one piece from end to end; a garter-stitch body is shaped with a repeated 26-row pattern that builds raised, three-dimensional leaf motifs along one long edge through a sequence of increases, yarn overs, and paired decreases.
Finished Measurements: Version A: 18″/46 cm wide (to any leaf tip) x approx. 55″/140 cm long. Version B: 20″/51 cm wide x approx. 59″/150 cm long.
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms, row-by-row with no charts required.
Stitches: Knit, purl, kfb, yo, k2tog, ssk, centered double decrease (cdd).

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Cascade Yarns 220 or other medium-weight worsted wool/acrylic — approximately 4 skeins (220 yds/200m, 3.5oz/100g each).
Knitting Needles Size: US #8 or #9 (5mm or 5.5mm) straight needles, 14″ long (or size needed to obtain gauge).
Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Gauge: 16 sts in garter stitch and approx. 30 rows in pattern = 4″/10cm.

This is a digitally delivered PDF knitting pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, professionally formatted, easily readable PDF, checked for clarity and ready to print or view on any device for a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.