The Four-Way Wrap

There are many different ways to wrap a scarf and it is always fun to try out different methods to show-case your knotting skillls! For example, in the Lamberhurst Scarf pictured above, I have used one of the latest fashion knots, the "Four-Way Wrap". This looks complex, but fortunately it’s not as difficult as it seems, as you will see from this step-wise guide.

The great news is that it can be worn by both men and women, but you will need a fairly long scarf to work this. For example, the Lamberhurst Scarf shown above is 173cm/68 ins long and the Elizabeth Scarf  pictured below is a touch longer, measuring 183cm/72 ins in length.

The width is not so important, but a medium‐width of about 15‐20cm/6‐8 ins would perhaps give the best results. Here, the Lamberhurst Scarf is 19cm/7.5 ins wide and the Elizabeth Scarf is slightly slimmer at 16.5cm/6.5 ins.

The Parisian Wrap

The Four‐way Wrap is actually a variation of the Parisian Wrap that most people know.

• For this one, take the two ends of your scarf and find the mid‐point of the scarf.
• Bring this around your neck and hold it in the position where you would like the fold to sit at the front. Then draw both ends together through the loop.

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This is great for long scarves, but a shorter scarf can also be wrapped in this way to give a compact knot, as in the chunky version of the Elizabeth Scarf pictured on the left above. This is good for cyclists or walkers who need a scarf that won't flap about in the breeze.

The Three-Way Wrap

The next method is the "Three-Way Wrap". This gives a loosely-folded scarf with the two ends hanging side-by-side at the front for some extra warmth and coverage. It works well with an open coat or when you want a more relaxed look.

• So, for this one, start in the same way as before by folding the scarf into two, but this time keep one end slightly longer than the other.
• Wrap the folded scarf around your neck, positioning the fold a little lower than you would for the Parisian Wrap to allow for the volume at the front.
• Now bring the long end through as before while allowing the shorter end to hang straight down.
• Make slight adjustments as necessary so it feels comfortable and the ends are level.

​The Four-Way Wrap

Then the "Four-Way Wrap" is just one more step beyond this:

• Start by folding the scarf in two with the ends even, as in the Parisian Wrap.
• Then work as for the Three-Way Wrap to bring the first end through the loop.
• Now, to continue on to a full Four‐Way style, take the centre of the loop and give it a half‐twist to the front.
• Hold this in position and bring the second end over the top and then down through the loop. ​

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You will see that the two ends of the scarf essentially weave through the centre fold of the scarf in opposite directions.

And there you have it! A super‐cozy knot that stays just where you want it and makes every scarf look great!

Many thanks to our daughter Anna for demonstrating the Four‐Way Wrap and for trying to appear warmer than she was!

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