Finished Scarf Length
How Long should you knit your scarf?
A traditional scarf goes tip to tip. If you hold out your arms the scarf should reach from your left finger tip across to your right. This averages about 60". A men's scarf is typically about 6" wide, whereas, a women's scarf width has more flexibility. A narrow scarf can be knit just 5" wide or a dramatic wider scarf up to 10".
Here is a sample of three different scarf lengths with a description of what they can do. There is no wrong way, just a few great options depending on your need.
Short Scarf (about 55" long):
This is the size of the typical mens scarf. It's a great all season scarf length.
- Drapes unwrapped to perfect blazer length.
- Ties under bust and hangs to waist.
Highly versatile scarf length.
- Wrap it around once.
- Fold it in half and pass the tail through for the European look.
Lot's of length to wrap for a cozy and dramatic look. You can see an example here with this Double Play scarf from our sister site, SportsFanKnitting.com.
- Wrap it once and hang to waist
- Wrap it twice around
- Fold it in half and tuck it through with lots of tail.