1 Hour + 1 Skein = 1 Spectacularly Sparkly Scarf
After eyeing it several times when I was in foreign Michael’s stores (aka the far ones that I don’t usually go to), I bought a skein of Dewdrops in Diamond over the weekend thinking it would work with a scarf pattern I’d been meaning to try. I tried it and it didn’t. It is gorgeous yarn though and I was on a mission to turn it into a scarf so this is the story of 1 hour + 1 skein and how it became 1 Spectacularly Sparkly Scarf.
This scarf is so simple I don’t even know that I would call this a pattern:
Abbreviations (US terms):
SC = Single Crochet
FLO = Front Loops Only
You will need:
1 Skein Loops & Threads Dewdrops (71 yards, Super Bulky, Metalic with Sequins)
M hook (9.0mm)
Thoughts on subbing yarns for this scarf:
You can use a different yarn, but if you go with a plain, solid color with no sparkle, it will result in a very basic scarf that I would call a Super Simple Scarf. At least use different colors for each row to add some interest to make a Simply Striped Scarf. Dewdrops is not as heavy as Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, so you could probably use a thicker Bulky yarn instead of Super Bulky if you’re subbing.
How 1 Hour + 1 Skein = 1 Spectacularly Sparkly Scarf:
Row 1: Ch 2, 120 Foundation Single Crochet (as an easier alternate for row 1, you can Ch 121, starting in second chain from hook, SC 120, but I highly recommend using the Foundation Single Crochet stitch)
Row 2: Turn, Ch 1, 120 SC in FLO
Row 3+4: Repeat Row 2
Finish Off
With remaining yarn, cut 18 strands 12 inches each. This will become your fringe.
Add 3 3 strand fringes per side. Instead of weaving in your ends, you can just tie them into your fringe.
That is how 1 hour + 1 skein = 1 Spectacularly Sparkly Scarf
I’ll be tucking this scarf away and giving it as a Christmas present for Christmas 2011. The sparkle in the yarn makes this a fun gift. This scarf looks great folded in half with the end threaded through and works as an indoor or outdoor accessory. It can also be worn as a belt.
Adding a fringe is very easy:
- For a bulky or super bulky yarn, you usually use 3-4 strands per fringe.
- Cut lengths of 10-14 inches (depending on how long you want your fringe and how much yarn you have left).
- Take 3-4 strands and fold them in half. Pull the folded part through where you want to add it to the scarf.
- Thread the loose strands through the folded part and pull it tight.
- TA DA! You have added a fringe.
- How many fringes you add per side depends on how much yarn you have and how wide your scarf is.
Fringe Step 1: Fold 3-4 strands in half
Fringe Step 2: Insert hook through scarf end and grab folded strandsFringe Step 3: Pull up through scarf end
Fringe Step 4: Pull up a loop
Fringe Step 5: Thread loose strands through
Fringe Step 6: Pull tight
Turn over for right side of fringe
An EEEEEEEEEEK my scarf isn’t long enough tip:
To add length to any scarf without adding more stitches, just add a fringe. It can add a few more inches to make your scarf just the right length instead of a little too short.
