Modeled by my friend Mary (thanks Mary!) - it was a little too bright, but you can make out the scarf and all the curly ruffles, right? =)
Pattern: “Ruffles,” From Scarf Style
Yarn: Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran (#101 - cream/off-white), 3 balls
Needle: US #8 straights
Additional Notes:
Pattern
The pattern was a bit confusing at first (the only time I’ve ever done short rows was a couple weeks ago when I did the heel and gusset of my first sock). Once I figured it out, it was pretty easy and it went really fast. I actually knit this up in a week, but have been postponing posting it because it’s for a friend. In anycase, the only thing I was wondering about was how to discretely hide the short rows. If you look closely, you can see them. Any tips on making them look more subtle?
Yarn
All I can say is, wow!!! It was so incredibly soft and wonderful to knit with!! I have heard that it pills quite a bit with repeated washing, so it’s (sadly) probably not good for a sweater project or the like. But a fun soft and warm scarf - perfect!
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Beautiful scarf Ruth! I’ve been thinking of making one. Very cute!
By Lynda on 11/13/05 10:37 pm | Permalink
Yay on the FO!! And I’m glad you like Cash Aran. The scarf looks really good. I still haven’t figured out how to make the short rows look neat, but I also discovered that the “messiness” (for lack of a better word) doesn’t really stand out once the scarf is worn. I’m sure that JJ will love it!
By caitlyn on 11/13/05 11:13 pm | Permalink
this is BEAUTIFUL!!! i’m so glad you finished it!! (unlike ME). i love how it looks in that color. : ) Good work!!
By Purse_Ho on 11/13/05 11:28 pm | Permalink
Ruffles was my first short row project. I love the 3-D effect of it.
I’ve used Cashmerino Aran for a sweater, and haven’t noticed any pilling.
Amy
By amylovie on 11/14/05 4:16 am | Permalink
Cute! I’ve been thinking about making one, too. Beautiful!
By Kaity on 11/14/05 6:55 am | Permalink
I love this pattern I have the book and I have been wanting to try it, I think I might try a verigated yarn.
Your’s looks great.
By Katie on 11/14/05 12:11 pm | Permalink
I haven’t jumped on this bandwagon, yet, but your ruffles scarf is very pretty. It looks great with the sweater of the same color. I just bought some Cashmeriono Aran for another project and it is sooooooft!
By Judy on 11/14/05 2:55 pm | Permalink
Love your scarf! It looks great!
By Jeanie on 11/14/05 5:04 pm | Permalink
The scarf is wonderful. I made one for a friend too, and it does knit up quickly once you figure out the short row thing. Congrats!
By Sheryl on 11/15/05 6:40 am | Permalink
ohh… I love cash aran. I made a poncho with it. The most expensive poncho on the planet. But it was fun. I did frog it a bit to make a OSW but still haven’t decided what to make with the rest of it. Maybe a Ruffles scarf!
By yarn_nut on 11/15/05 12:01 pm | Permalink
Ruth, you are so inspiring! That looks like so much fun to wear and make.
By Maggie Ann on 11/15/05 10:53 pm | Permalink
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