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03/25/2014

Arm-Knitting: Spring Infinity Scarf Video Tutorial

Good morning!  It’s spring… well, sort of.  We still have snow falling this week.  But hey – that’s Michigan for you.  I know I’m a little biased toward northern accessories like a spring scarf (don’t laugh, all you readers down in Florida) but the truth is, a lightweight scarf like this one makes for a cute accessory year-round up here.  You may have caught my preview of this project the other day when I posted some silly mother-daughter photos over the weekend.  I’ve become an arm-knitting junkie.  The first project I made was a blanket, and today I’m going to share a tutorial for a slightly smaller project: an arm-knit infinity scarf.

Arm-Knit Spring Infinity Scarf at www. happyhourprojects.com

Because your arms are much larger than knitting needles, arm-knit projects work up really quickly.  By my 3rd or 4th project, I was cranking out scarves in about 15-20 minutes, so you can do this on a lunch hour, during naptime, or while you watch your favorite TV show.  All you need is your yarn and your arms! This project uses one skein that’s 35 yards for 18-20 rows of 8 stitches (I say 18-20 because it depends how large your arms are and how tight or loose you make your stitches.  This isn’t as uniform as specifically-sized needles.)  If you’ve chosen a yarn that’s only 30 yards, that should still work all right – you can always make your scarf 6 or 7 stitches wide instead.

Arm-Knit Spring Infinity Scarf at www. happyhourprojects.com

This project is a little different than the tutorials I’ve seen out there.  Instead of using 2 skeins of a bulky yarn, I picked a yarn geared specifically toward scarf projects so that I could make it more lightweight and more suited for the changing weather.  See, you don’t actually need several skeins of yarn to arm-knit.  You will have a lot leftover.  What you need more than one skein for is to double or triple the bulk going into your weave – to work with more than one strand to make your piece thicker – to compensate for the large knit.  Less yarn also makes this a lot more cost-effective project: this scarf cost me $4.19.  Granted, I used a 40% off coupon for my yarn, but you can do the same, and you don’t need ANY tools but the ones you were born with. :)

Arm-Knit Spring Infinity Scarf at www. happyhourprojects.com

You ready?  Let’s jump in!

Are you excited to get started?  I had never knitted or crocheted before trying this technique, and I LOVE it!  I hope you enjoy!

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Filed Under: Arm Knitting, Fashion, Featured, Tutorials, Video Tutorials, Yarn Projects Tagged With: accessories, arm knitting, scarf, spring, video tutorial, yarn

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  1. Leslie says

    09/04/2016 at 1:24 pm

    Adrianne,

    I just want to compliment you on your tutorial. I tried to comprehend 3 others and failed. Your’s is very clear. I succeeded the first time through!

    What a fun project. I will make many of these.

    Thank you.

    Reply
  2. Bonnie Harcey says

    10/16/2015 at 3:59 pm

    Thanks so much…I sent the link to my grandchildren’s mother, she got them started and they have made 7 already! They will teach their crocheting cousin tomorrow.

    Reply
  3. Diane says

    02/21/2015 at 6:06 pm

    This is the best arm-knitted scarf I’ve seen. Most of them are so big and bulky, it looks like the person is wearing a tire around their neck. I would love to have a printed copy (with pictures) of your tutorial, if you have it for sale. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Adrianne says

      02/21/2015 at 6:24 pm

      Thank you! I do not have photos of this tutorial. Mainly because, it’s awfully difficult to operate the camera with yarn on your arms, haha. My husband did photograph the process when I shared a tutorial over at Crafts Unleashed to arm-knit a blanket, though, you should be able to print it from there for free! Here’s the link: http://www.craftsunleashed.com/craft-basics-main/yarn-crafts/arm-knitting-blanket/

      Reply
  4. Shannon Olden says

    10/08/2014 at 11:17 am

    so happy to find this! have several skeins of this yarn with different trims (sequins, loops etc) and need a change from the standard ruffle scarf. made several during a serious illness and found it very therapeutic. and calming. great job!! you are a very good instructor!

    Reply
  5. Lauren says

    08/10/2014 at 1:05 pm

    Arm-knitting has been on my TO MAKE list for-ever. Knowing I have your video tutorial waiting in the wings to help me, I might be making it sooner than later. Thanks, Adrianne! ;-)

    Reply
  6. karen says

    06/14/2014 at 2:05 pm

    This is Amazing! I never knew about ‘arm knitting’. I am a beginner knitter and this is great for me and I will be passing this tutorial on to my tipsy chicks ‘Knit Wits’.

    Thanks:)

    Reply
  7. Shari says

    06/03/2014 at 12:19 am

    You can buy this scarf yarn right now for $2.25 per skein at creativefiberarts.com They have it on sale right now.

    Reply
  8. Marilyn says

    04/24/2014 at 3:40 pm

    Your scarf is simply stunning! I definitely NEED to try arm knitting! ;)

    Reply
  9. Lori Andersen says

    04/11/2014 at 4:38 pm

    I love the infinity scarf, I want to try one but will have to watch this a few times.
    I also am in Michigan. Thanks for posting this!

    Reply
  10. Robin says

    04/05/2014 at 9:58 am

    Thanks Adrianne I have watched multiple videos on how to do arm knitting and I know it’s easy but had such a struggle when I actually tried to do it. I don’t knit, but do crafts and crocheting so I know I could do this. Your video is the best one yet in teaching how to get started. I found some of that yarn in my stash Just last night. Will be making a scarf This weekend. Thanks again.

    Reply
  11. Kathrynn says

    04/04/2014 at 1:05 pm

    Yes Adrianne, binding off is a knitting term. You used it correctly. Great video, thanks.

    Reply
    • Adrianne says

      04/04/2014 at 1:19 pm

      Woohoo! Thanks for the reassurance. ;)

      Reply
  12. Christine says

    03/31/2014 at 7:47 pm

    Hello, I started this project and keep finding I can’t seem to get the beginning of the knitting process right. Is there any way I can get a step by step process sent to me for the casting and knitting beginning process? I’m already on my fifth attempt and keep having to completely unravel the yarn and start over, and I’m getting a little discouraged. Your video is great, I just think I’m having an issue and missing something in translation.

    Reply
    • Adrianne says

      04/01/2014 at 5:31 pm

      Hi Christine – I think everyone learns differently and my way of explaining will work well for some people but not for others. I would try googling some other tutorials and see if someone else’s explanation makes more sense to you. Sorry for your frustration! :)

      Reply
  13. Tami says

    03/30/2014 at 4:33 pm

    Help help help please.
    My tail end becomes too short after the second loop on the first row. What am I doing wrong?

    Reply
    • Adrianne says

      03/30/2014 at 5:18 pm

      Hmmm. I’m not sure – how much tail end did you measure off before making your knot to begin? My suggestion would be to make it longer, since you shouldn’t be running out. I measure off from one arm to another – I know that’s not really visible on the video and I know I said a few feet, but I measured my arm span and it’s actually 5 feet that I’m measuring off before making that knot.

      If that doesn’t help, see if you’re able to send me a photo. If I can see what you’re doing, maybe I can talk you through it. happyhourprojectsblog@gmail.com

      Failing that – there’s still Crafty Hour! Tara from Suburble and I do a live craft-along every other Friday, and on April 11, we are arm knitting! So you’ll be able to see it live and ask questions while it’s happening, but that’s nearly 2 weeks away and that’s a long time to wait. :)

      Reply
  14. Kara says

    03/28/2014 at 10:51 am

    This is such a great project, Adrianne!! I am definitely giving it a try :)

    Reply
  15. Shauna says

    03/26/2014 at 1:55 pm

    I love how light-weight this looks. I’ve recently had to add arm knitting to classes I’ve been teaching and we always use multiple yarns and it ends up so bulky. I thought the one skein of ruffle yarn would be too light, but it looks really good. And you have a unique way of casting on but it seems to work, that is the hardest part like you said. Great tutorial and I can’t wait to check out more of your blog!

    Reply
  16. Michelle says

    03/26/2014 at 8:40 am

    What a beautiful scarf! I love the color and texture of the yarn. Thanks so much for taking the time to make a video tutorial. There is no way I could make this without that! I look forward to seeing more tutorials.

    Reply
  17. Tara says

    03/26/2014 at 2:32 am

    Love this, Adrianne! The colour is so great on you. Your tutorial is spot on and SO easy to follow. I’m trying this ASAP!

    Reply
  18. Karen Marie Kedzuch says

    03/25/2014 at 11:28 pm

    Adrianne,
    Great tutorial on arm knitting. I bet this would be fun to do with tweens, or teens.
    Karen Marie Kedzuch
    Dragonfly & Lily Padss

    Reply

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