Construction: This infinity scarf is worked in the round to form a long tube, which is then either seamed or grafted to create the circle; the pattern provides instructions for both methods.
The instructions use a “jogless stripe” method to minimize the transition between colors that is normally noticeable when working stripes in the round.
Yarn selection and usage: This pattern can be worked with one main color and a single contrast color, or with numerous contrast colors. This pattern is ideal for an advent/countdown mini-skein set paired with a single solid color. This also a great pattern for using up the leftovers from a bunch of other sock yarn/fingering projects.
Yarn requirements: Fingering/sock yarn,
Main color: approximately 410 yards/375 meters/95 grams
Contrast color(s): a total of approximately 275 yards/250 meters/65 grams of contrast color(s), divided by the number of contrast colors you plan to use.
Techniques: cast on, knit, slip; working in the round.
Gauge: 22 sts and 28 rounds to 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch
Needle size: US 7/4.5 mm needles or size to obtain gauge.
Type of needle: This scarf is worked in the round. The sample was worked on 12”/30 cm circular needles very comfortably. You could also use double-pointed needles or a long circular needle if you prefer the Magic Loop method.
The instructions include a choice of grafting the ends of the scarf closed or sewing a seam to close the ends. If you plan to graft the ends closed to finish your scarf, you will also need a spare circular or double-pointed needle to hold the beginning stitches until you are ready to graft them.
Notions: Tapestry needle to weave in ends; marker for beginning of round.
Questions as you go? Designer email is in the pattern.