Patterns : Gift knitting, Scarf

Ripple Cowl

arwilliams — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 21:22:45 GMT

Ripple Cowl
Andrea Babb

A unique scrunch stitch texture adds warmth and interest to a buttoned cowl. Piece is knit flat.

FINISHED SIZE 24" circumference, buttoned, and 8" high.
YARN Riverside Studio by Kathryn Drysdale Superwash Merino/Nylon Sock (80% superwash merino, 20% nylon; 420 yd [384 m]/4 oz [115 g]): into the woods, 1 skein.
NEEDLES Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.
NOTIONS One double-pointed needle (dpn) at least two sizes smaller than main needle; tapestry needle; three 1¼" buttons.
GAUGE 27 sts and 32 rows = 4" in Scrunch patt.

Nonesuch Cowl

arwilliams — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 21:13:58 GMT

Nonesuch Cowl
Sara Morris

Dropped yarnovers add gauzy texture to a cozy cowl. Piece is knit flat, given a half twist, and grafted for a quick knit.

FINISHED SIZE about 28¾" circumference and 11½" wide.
YARN Rowan Lima (84% baby alpaca, 8% merino wool, 8% nylon; 109 yd [100 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #880 Andes, 3 balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
NEEDLES Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
NOTIONS Marker (m); waste yarn; spare cir needle size 10½ (6.5 mm) or smaller; tapestry needle; size K/10½ (6.5 mm) crochet hook.
GAUGE 18 sts and 26 rows = 4" in Garter Drop St.

Bobble and Eyelet Cowl

arwilliams — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:31:54 GMT

Bobble and Eyelet Cowl
Denise Twum

Lace, cables, and bobbles, combine with a chunky yarn for a neckwarmer both warm and feminine. Can be worn as a scarf or cowl.

Finished Size About 11" wide and 70" long.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Bulky (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 45 yd [41 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #1215 claret, 5 skeins.
Needles Size 15 (10 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holder; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 8 sts and 9 rows = 4" in Hourglass Eyelet patt.

Anouschka Scarf

Sharon Zientara — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:18:24 GMT

Convertible scarf with simple eyelet patterning and brioche stitch. Pull the balloon-shaped section all the way out for a fun scarf, or cinch it tight for a comfy cowl.

Designer Mel Clark
Finished Size 14¼" circumference at widest point and 59" long.
Yarn Lorna’s Laces Helen’s Lace (50% silk, 50% wool; 1,250 yd [1,143 m]/113 g): butterscotch, 1 skein.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Removable marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 37 sts and 44 rows = 4" in balloon patt; 36 sts and 56 rows = 4" in brioche st.

Cha Cha Scarf

Sharon Zientara — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:13:05 GMT

A ruffled scarf worked in diagonal garter stitch. A boxy novelty yarn creates a dense, yet light, fabric for a fun accessory.

Designer Barry Klein
Finished Size 5" wide and 58" long.
Yarn Trendsetter Cha Cha (47% acrylic, 47% wool, 6% nylon; 65 yd [59 m]/100 g): #08 charcoal (A) and #652 camel (B), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Thread in matching color; sewing needle.
Gauge About 16 sts and 8 rows = 4" in diagonal garter st. Gauge is not critical for this project.

Falling Leaves Scarf

Sharon Zientara — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 20:06:55 GMT

This fun fringed scarf worked in garter stitch is sure to make a perfect gift to knit.

Designer Victoria Zygas
Finished Size About 5¾" wide from fold to edge of bottom layer of feathers and 62" long.
Yarn Jojoland Baritone (100% wool; 110 yd [100 m]/50 g): #525 (MC), 5 skeins. Jojoland Rhythm (100% wool; 110 yd [100 m]/50 g): #M01 (CC), 2 skeins.
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): 60" circular (cir) and 2 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tightly fitting point protector; tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 44 rows = 4" in garter st.