Saturday, January 1, 2011

Fingering Weight Feather and Fan

I never thought I'd like knitting with small needles and fine yarn as much as I do...because, you know, it takes longer to finish a project!  But I love how lightweight and warm the projects turn out!  And this scarf is no exception...long and warm without being heavy.  A wardrobe staple in basic blacks and greys without being boring.  A sock yarn finish that isn't for the feet!




Simple Feather & Fan Scarf
Yarn:  Patons Kroy Socks FX, color #57044 Clay Colors
approx 2 1/2 skeins:  50g/166yds each
Needles:  size 4
(approx 5" wide and 72" long after blocking)


Because I know you want to make one too, here's the super simple pattern...


Simple Feather & Fan Scarf
by Staci~~snippetsandstash.blogspot.com

Cast on 38 stitches.

Row 1:  (RS) Knit.

Row 2:  (WS) Purl.

Row 3:  K1, *[k2tog] 3 times, [yo, k1] 6 times, [k2tog] 3 times; repeat from * once more, k1.

Row 4:  Knit.

Repeat rows 1-4 until scarf reaches desired length.  Knit rows 1 and 2 once more.  Bind off.  I used the sewn bind off because it's nearly invisible.  Weave in all ends and block.

Copyright 2011 by staci @ snippetsandstash
All Rights Reserved

Happy Knitting!!!

26 comments:

Nancy said...

It's gorgeous Staci! What a wonderful way to start a year of creativity!

kathy b said...

Staci

What a beautiful way to use the sock yarn. The scarf is a finished beauty!

barbara said...

Utterly gorgeous!

The Hobbit said...

I love knitting with sock yarn.Can never get enough.Will be sure to use this project.Happy New Year!!!

Hazel said...

I do love feather and fan! I have made a scarf with it in the past and actually come to think of it I do have some sock yarn that may just work with it. Hmmmm.... you got me thinking. Happy New Year Staci. x

Patti-Rocky Mtn Stitcher said...

Love it!! Love it!! Thank you.

Siobhán said...

Oh my goodness, that is gorgeous! Great job, Staci!

Melissa said...

Beautiful! I can almost feel it's feather weight around my chin - cozy!

Berit said...

Looks so warm!

Congratulations on starting the New Year!

Blu said...

It's gorgeous! The variation is so pretty!

Melanie said...

Lovely!!!

Ann at Beadlework. said...

I hope you enjoy another year of beautiful knitting - keep up the lovely work.

Annie said...

I think I'd get bored doing so many rows, but the result is so gorgeous! I love how it will be so lightweight.

Anonymous said...

Wow, that's yet another stunner! It's almost enough to make me want to buy knitting needles again ;) Seriously, it's really gorgeous :D

Paula C. said...

I love it! I need a scarf in those colors so this will be perfect. I think it will be a great one to take along while we are moving. I'll go out and get the yarn tomorrow. Did you get this one at Michael's or JoAnn's? Thanks for the pattern and Happy New Year!

Kellie said...

Gorgeous scarf, Staci! Love the yarn you chose. I like knitting with sock yarn and small needles too, but you are right, it does take forever! :)

Cindy's Stitching said...

very pretty. Happy New Year.

Julie said...

A very elegant scarf, thanks for the details on how to make one

Wishing you a wonderful and happy craft filled 2011

Virginia G said...

So pretty!

Thanks for the pattern, too.

Jan said...

Gosh that is pretty, Staci! I have GOT to learn how to stitch this year!

Susimac said...

Its lovely Staci, thankyou

Happy New Year to you as well I'm late coming around wishing everyone it - I hope that 2011 is great for you and I look forward to visiting as always and seeing your wonderful stitching/knitting and finishing - you are very inspirational

Connie B said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE the colors in this!!! Nice job!

WendyJo said...

love the scarf Staci...very pretty colors

Anonymous said...

Lovely!

Michele said...

love love love this scraf!

Annie Beez said...

Love your ornaments, and that scarf! Wow!! I DO want to make one too!