The Nordic star motif exists in many variations and dates back to the Renaissance. In Norway we call it the Selbu Rose, and it has become a classic. Maybe you want to start a new trend, or perhaps you only want to feel unique? Below you will find a knitting pattern with two charts for this beautiful scarf.

Learn more about the Selbu Rose here.

Materials on photo: Peruvian Highland from Filcolana, 100 % wool, color #270 blue and #101 white

Size: Approx. 25 x 180 cm / 9.8 inch x 5.9 feet without fringes

Yarn Consumption: 7 skeins main color, 2 skeins second color

Needles: Circular needle size 5.5 mm / US 9, 40 cm / 15.7 inch.

Gauge: About 16 sts and 21 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 3.9 inch.

Knitting directions:

Cast on using color of choice 80 stitches using long tail method.
Knit in the round 1 row.
Knit chart A.
Continue with chart B.
Continue knitting the last 8 rows of the “lice” pattern until it measures approximately 5 feet 2 inches.
Knit chart B in reverse order,from top of chart to bottom.
Knit chart A in reverse order,from top of chart to bottom.
Bind off. Sew sides together.

Cut fringe lengths to desired length. Using 2 cut lengths together pull through using slipknot method.

Wash gently,rinse,roll in a towel and lay flat to dry. Or press gently.

Chart A: (click to enlarge)

Translation: Gjenta = repeat, “r med hvitt” = St st with white, “r med blått” = St st with blue

Chart B:

Editor’s note: This is ThorNews’ first knitting pattern. If you decide to knit this beautiful scarf – we would be more than happy if you would let us know!

Special thanks to Lisa-Marie Haugmoen for helping with the translation!

Design by: Rachel Søgaard

Photos: Alt om Håndarbeide magazine #11 / 2013

Text by: Anette Broteng Christiansen, ThorNews

Categories: Culture, Knitting