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5 Sophie Scarf Pattern Alternatives

Five neck scarf patterns to knit instead of the Sophie Scarf, from lace leaves and broken rib to classic ribbing and a Koigu ruffle.

Yellow-green knit scarf knotted over a brown leather bag, with a book tucked inside.
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In my 15 years as a professional knitter I’m not sure I’ve ever seen a more popular pattern than Petite Knit’s Sophie Scarf.

I’ve encountered many people wearing it, even here in Estonia.

Heck I knit my own version earlier this year just to see what all the fuss is about.

And it’s easy to see why it’s so popular.

It’s a very easy project to knit.

But if you like the idea of a neck scarf and don’t want to follow the crowd, here are a few alternative patterns you might enjoy.

Woman in profile tying a grey lace-stitch knitted band around her head, one hand lifted to her bun.
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Elise Scarf by Paula Strickt

Why we love it: This scarflette keeps some of the feel of the Sophie scarf while incorporating some simple lace details in the center.

Cream lace leaf-pattern knitted piece draped over a rust-coloured knit.
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Falling Leaves Scarf by Iris Hardege

Why we love it: This pattern has a more organic feel, using lace leaf motifs to create flowing curves.

Woman in a grey button cardigan with a narrow brown knitted scarf tied at the neck, face cropped out of frame.

Duet Scarf by Heidi May

Why we love it: The texture in this scarf uses a broken rib pattern that gives it a nice sense of weight.

Two photos of a woman wearing a multicolour ruffled knit scarf in pinks, yellows and greens over a grey jacket.

Barb’s Koigu Ruffle by Kit Hutchin

Why we love it: If you want a neck scarf with some wow factor this one looks more complicated than it really is.

Woman wearing a cream ribbed knit scarf tied in a loose knot at the neck, over a brown jacket.
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Runo Scarf by Eva Miehe

Why we love it: This has a similar classy vibe to the Sohpie but uses classic ribbing for another level of sophistication.

Conclusion

So there you have it!

Those are some of our favorite neck scarf patterns.

What are you favorite similar projects?

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