Transverse Scarf

Transverse Scarf

Description: This simple zig zagging stitch motif provides the perfect canvas for a beautiful yarn. The small repeat and the easy construction make it ideal for handspun yarn as well. The width can be easily adjusted and the scarf may be bound off when you run out of yarn. This scarf is worked in one piece from one short end to the other, with increases and decreases built into the pattern to create a zigzag border that flows with the zig zag in the stitch motif. If you choose to make the scarf out of a heavier or lighter weight yarn, you can adjust the cast on and the number of repeats as instructed in the notes. The nature of the repeat means that you can cast off whenever you would like, although it would be best done either at the midpoint or the end of a repeat.

Yarn used in photo: Habu Textiles N-6B Konyaku Root Sizing Silk (100% silk) in colorway 'copper'; 18 wpi

Suggested yarn weight: FINE

Yarn amounts: Four 0.5 ounce skeins (88 yards/79 meters each)

Difficulty level: INTERMEDIATE to EXPERIENCED

Sizes: 10 inches (25.5 cm) wide and 70 inches (178 cm) long

Gauge: 20 sts and 32 rows per 4 inches (10 cm) square in zigzag pattern after blocking

Needles used: 3.75mm (US 5) straight or circular needles for flat knitting or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions: 2 stitch markers, tapestry needle to weave in ends

This pattern is © 2009 by Miriam L. Felton and all rights are reserved. If you have any questions about acceptable use for this pattern, please contact Stitch Cooperative or the designer. Thank you for supporting independent designers!