Just the Basics
By Elysse T. Meredith Skill level: Easy Materials: 6mm needles 1 ball of DK yarn. This scarf was inspired by the Slouched Tuva Hat written by Turvid, and available at http://turvid.blogspot.com/2009/05/freepattern-slouched-tuva-hat.html. With her permission, it was first published at http://www.dreamhonu.com/lysse-bird/. This pattern yields a structured one-sided scarf. Knit with a slinkier yarn, the scarf develops magnificent drape. The scarf edges curl up on themselves, which if undesirable can be fixed by blocking.
Pattern
To begin, cast on 25 stitches. I use the long-tail method, but any cast-on method should work, so use your favourite! Row 1: Purl all stitches. Row 2: \*K2tog, YO (repeat from \* until one stitch remains), K1. Row 3: Purl all stitches Row 4: Knit all stitches Row 5: Purl all stitches Repeat rows 2-5 until scarf is the desired length, then finish: Row 6: \*K2tog, YO (repeat from \* until one stitch remains), K1. Row 7: Purl all stitches Row 8: Bind off Weave in ends with a tapestry needle, and you're finished!
Terms & Abbreviations
Ppurl Kknit K2tog knit two stitches together YO yarn over
How to Block
If you dislike your scarf's curling edges, the scarf may be blocked. Submerge the scarf fully in cool water until soaked through. Gently squeeze the excess water from the scarf (don't wring!), then wrap in a towel. Squeeze the towel to absorb the extra water. Unwrap the scarf, and using straight pins, pin the scarf to a dry towel laid on a flat surface. Pin into shape: sides should be vertical and cast on/bind off edges should be angles. Dry away from direct sunlight. Unpin when dry, and wear out on the town on a blustery day!
HELP!
Can't tell a knit from a purl? Mixing up your K2tog with your YO? I recommend http://www.knittinghelp.com/, which has free videos and clear instructions of all the techniques used in this pattern.
