There’s a big trend for unisex garments in fashion now. We like the look of clothing and accessories that can be easily worn by anyone and everyone. Especially when it comes to knit accessories like scarves, gloves, and hats.

There are plenty of patterns that are suitable for both men, women et all. The Basket Weave Knitting Pattern is one of them, as it is a simple texture with a geometric motif.

We noticed that our unisex video tutorials are very popular: the unisex cowl (with simple cables) and the unisex gloves (with a similar pattern) are among our top tutorials for knitters who want a gender-neutral look.

So Joanne took on the task of designing two new projects that can become a set: The Unisex Basket Weave Scarf, which is an infinity scarf or cowl, and the Unisex Beanie Hat, which will be published next week on our YouTube channel.

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So here it is the first part of this set,

The Unisex Basket-Weave Infinity Scarf (Cowl):

Unisex Basket Weave Scarf

Printable Instructions can be found HERE

Instructions:

Unisex Basket Weave Cowl

Circular #8US (5mm) 16” long needles.

Worsted Weight yarn.

Repeat from * to *. 

I’m using KnitCrate Audine Wools “Harmony”. Rhythm and Blues color.

Cast on 108 stitches. I used the Knit Cast On. 

Rounds 1,2,3 and 4: *Purl 4, knit 2*. 

Rounds 5 and 6: Knit.

Rounds 7,8,9 and 10: Purl 1, knit 2, *Purl 4, knit 2,*  end round with purl 3. 

             Repeat each round from the start: Purl 1, knit 2, *Purl 4, knit 2,*  end round with purl 3. 

Rounds 11 and 12: Knit.

Repeat these 12 rows. 

The Unisex Beanie is knitted in the round with the same pattern. This is a great way to learn about circular or round knitting and how to join the last stitch at the end so it looks seamless.

Instructions for The Unisex Basket Weave Beanie Hat:

Basket Weave Knitting Patterns

Printable Instructions can be found HERE

 Unisex Vertical Basket Weave Hat

Circular #8US (5mm) 16” long needles. (or long cable if you wish to make it with 

                        the magic loop). 

Worsted Weight yarn. 150 yds. 100g, (3.5oz)

Repeat from * to *. 

Double decrease: pass 2 stitches together knitwise, 

                        knit the next stitch and pass the 2 stitches over the last one. 

I’m using KnitCrate Audine Wools “Harmony”. Rhythm and Blues color.

Cast on 102 stitches. I used the Knit Cast On. 

Work 6 rounds of knit1, purl1 ribbing. 

Rounds 1,2,3 and 4: *Purl 4, knit 2*. 

Rounds 5 and 6: Knit.

Rounds 7,8,9 and 10: Purl 1, knit 2, *Purl 4, knit 2,*  end round with purl 3. 

             Repeat each round from the start: Purl 1, knit 2, *Purl 4, knit 2,*  end round with purl 3. 

Rounds 11 and 12: Knit.

Repeat these 12 rows, 3 times.

Then work rows 1 to 4. 

Take off rows:

Round 5.- *knit 4, knit 2 together*=85

Round 6.- Knit

Round 7.- Purl 1, knit 2 together *Purl 3, knit 2 together*. End with purl 2. =68

Round 8, 9 and 10.- Purl 1, knit 1, *purl 3, knit 1.* End with purl 2.

Round 11.- *double decrease, k5* end with double decrease and knit 1=50

Round 12.- Knit

Round 13.- *Knit 1, purl 1, double decrease, purl 1* end with 

Round 14.- Ribbing: knit 1, purl1. 

Pass tail through live stitches and pull tightly to close. 

Make knot and weave ends. 

More useful reference videos can be found here:

The Circular or Round Knitting Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtqSRloqJqzq7pF8yWLvNpCpG0Ixhf7Ac

All of our playlists arranged by topic, from Basics to Cables Stitches to complete projects like sweaters: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoannesWeb/playlists?view=1&sort=dd&shelf_id=0

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