Updated Manly Scarf #8 Pattern to include a hat

Yes, indeed, you now get a bonus hat pattern with this scarf; so, if you downloaded an earlier version, you might want to get this new one.

The hat is reversible, so it will please those who like a lot of texture as well as those who don’t. It’s also long enough that you can fold up a generous brim — double layers to keep the ears warm!

The pattern is a simple 2 row repeat, so it’s a very quick knit.

Download now from Ravelry.com

A Free Pattern for You

The Popsicle Scarf

I had 1 skein of Patons SWS (Soy Wool Stripes) in “Natural Green” colourway — what to do, what to do? Well, I was trying out some pattern stitches and thought I’d share this one because I thought it suited the yarn really well.

The yarn is a little splitty, so take care that you knit individual stitches and not catch threads from another stitch. This is especially important because of those “dropped stitch” sections. They won’t unravel well if you’ve snagged the yarn.

1 skein will make about a 24″ [60cm] long scarf, 4 – 4 1/2 ” [10 - 11.5cm] wide; perfect size for a neck warmer!

For a longer scarf you’ll need 2 (or more) skeins.

If you wish to make a wider scarf, add stitches in multiples of 8; so, instead of the 28sts, you could cast on 36 sts or 44 sts. Making a wider scarf means that 1 skein will give you less length, so you’ll need at least 2 skeins for even a 24″ [60cm]scarf.

Directions

Cast on 28 sts on 5.5mm [US9] needles

Knit 4 rows

Work in Pattern Stitch (below) until scarf measures approximately 23″ [58cm] from beginning, ending having finished a R20. Your scarf may be slightly longer or shorter depending on your tension.

Knit 3 rows.

Bind off.

Weave in ends.

Pattern Stitch:

R1(RS): k2, m1, *k1, p2, k2, p2, k1, m1; repeat from * to last 2 sts; k2

R2: p4, k2, p2, k2, *p3, k2, p2, k2; repeat from * to last 4 sts; p4

R3: k4, p2, k2, p2, *k3, p2, k2, p2; repeat from * to last 4 sts; k4

R4: repeat R2

R5: repeat R3

R6: repeat R2

R7: repeat R3

R8: p2, drop next st from left needle and unravel it down 7 rows; *p1, k2, p2, k2, p1, drop next st from left needle and unravel it down 7 rows; repeat from * to last 2 sts; p2

R9: k3, p2, *k2, p2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; k3

R10: p3, k2, *p2, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; p3

R11: k3, p2, k1, m1, k1, p2, *k2, p2, k1, m1, k1, p2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; k3

R12: p3, k2, p3, k2, *p2, k2, p3, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; p3

R13: k3, p2, k3, p2, *k2, p2, k3, p2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; k3

R14: repeat R12

R15: repeat R13

R16: repeat R12

R17: repeat R13

R18: p3, k2, p1, drop next st from left needle and unravel it down 7 rows, p1, k2, *p2, k2, p1, drop next st from left needle and unravel it down 7 rows, p1, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; p3

R19: k3, p2, *k2, p2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; k3

R20: p3, k2, *p2, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts; p3

Repeat these 20 rows.

Abbreviations:
k – knit
p – purl
m1 – make 1 stitch by lifting the yarn between stitches on the Left and Right needles and knitting into the stitch; normally you would knit into the back of the lifted yarn to avoid a hole in the knitted fabric, but in this case you don’t need to worry about that since that column of stitches will be dropped later

As with all of my patterns, I really appreciate you linking to this blog entry to share the pattern with your friends. All written and pictorial content is copyrighted.

Transitions Scarf

Here’s the newest item off the needles — the Transitions Scarf. If you can knit and purl, you can easily make this scarf!  A very clever slipped-stitch edge provides a lovely finish on each side. And, there’s still time to knit this one before the Holidays!

The sample shown here was knit using Bernat Soy Natural Blends yarn — a lovely yarn with just that little bit of sheen that will make this a perfect “out on the town” scarf. Knit it in a lovely merino and it becomes great for everyday wear.

see the PurpleSage Designs pattern page for lots more details!

purchase this downloadable pdf knitting pattern through Ravelry.com for only $2.00USD

Bayshore and Drumlin Scarves

2 for the price of one!

One very quick-knit and the other requires a little more concentration.

Lots more information on the South Mountain ~ Naturally patterns page.

This downloadable pattern pdf is available through Ravelry.com for $3.95USD

Knitting Needle Stand

Scrap Wood Knitting Needle Stand

Well, here it is! Scrap wood boards, a few holes drilled at strategic intervals and depths and my stand holds the tips to my interchangeable cable needles, my double-pointed and long straights! It even has a little pencil ledge in front!

I just put a few needles in to try it out. This one will hold up to 3.75mm needles — one for the larger needles is on order

I was going to write the needle sizes on before it was varathaned and then we thought better of that — so right now there are little stickers — albeit a little uneven — for the sizes; that way it’s a little more flexible.

Scrap Wood Knitting Needle Stand

Jenna H. Designer News

Duineil Cabled Cardigan by Jenna H.

Well, LOTS of things have been happening!

Jenna H’s Duineil (Ravelry link — if you’re not a member, sign up — it’s free and gives you access to much fibery goodness!) has been published in the Fall 2009 Issue of Janet Szabo’s Twists and Turns Newletter.   Congratulations, Jenna!

Lasa Cadais Short-Sleeved Top by Jenna H.

Jenna has also just published the Lása series — a set of 3 patterns which includes:

Lása Cadáis (Ravelry link –) is the short-sleeved version

and the Lása Olann Pullover and Lása Olann Cardigan (Ravelry links) — you can also see pics and the story on Jenna’s Knits ‘n’ Wovens blog.

These beautiful patterns can be purchased individually or as a set through the Ravelry links above or from Jenna’s blog.

Lasa Olann Pullover by Jenna H.

(photos published here with permission of the designer)

Lasa Olann Cardigan by Jenna H.

Short Rows for shaping

Today I’ve added 2 new links on the Designer Resources page.

TECHknitter has a couple of really wonderful blog entries on the theory behind short-row shaping and then goes on to explain 5 different methods, including Japanese short rows.  A great resource!

Edited: November 24, 2009

Today I also added a link to the Knitty article on using short row shaping for bust shaping and creating shirt-tail (curved) hems.

Briar Hill Cowl published

Briar Hill Cowl in Briggs & Little Heritage

The Briar Hill Cowl

Newest Hand-knitting pattern from South Mountain ~ Naturally

see South Mountain ~ NaturallyPatterns page for more info

Stitch patterns are both charted and written.

3 yarn/needle options included in the pattern to provide the 3 different sized cowls

Read here what Clara Parkes (Knitter’s Review) has to say about Patons Classic Wool.

Briar Hill cowl in Patons Classic Wool

Briar Hill Cowl in Mission Falls 136 Superwash Merino

New Techniques added

Just thought I’d add a quick note about a few new tutorial links on the Tutorials, Tips and Techniques page.

New links today:

1. “How long does the tail for long-tail cast-on have to be?”
2. Backwards knitting (great for short spurts like knitting bobbles or very short rows)

A couple of other resources that have been added the last few weeks:

1. I-cord cast-on
2. Norwegian purl

New Free Manly Scarf – Pattern #8

Manly Scarf #8: Knotted Rib Scarf

The newest pattern in the Manly Scarf Series has just been posted on the PurpleSage website. You can download the free pattern pdf there.

Like all the other scarves in this series, this one is free too. Just a small way for me to say, “Thanks for supporting my designs!”

The pattern stitch is from the Harmony Guides 450 Knitting Stitches V2 (2004) – Knotted Rib pattern and I’ve added a 4-stitch moss border on either side.

If you just want a quick peek, here’s the pattern worked over 38 sts:

Row 1 {RS}: {k1, p1} twice; p2, *kfb, p4; repeat from * to last 7 sts; kfb, p2, {k1, p1} twice

Row 2: {p1, k1} twice; k2, *p2tog, k4; repeat from *to last 8 sts; p2tog, k2, {p1, k1} twice

All abbreviations, yarn requirements, sizes, etc. are in the pdf on the website.

Dec 11/09 edit:
k – knit;
p – purl;
kfb – knit into front and back of the same stitch (makes 2 stitches out of 1);
p2tog – purl 2 stitches together

Since it is mainly purl on the RS and knit on the WS, it does have a tendency to curl along the scarf, so blocking is in order.

RS and WS of Knotted Rib Scarf

Both the RS and WS provide a nice face.

Close-up of Rib pattern stitch