Thursday, March 27, 2014

Maipo Chunky Infinity Scarf

This infinity scarf was so fun and quick to make! The yarn is so soft and squishy!

I used a size 13-32" inch circular needle (about 2 stitches = 1 inch) and 3 skeins of Maipo from Auracania Yarns. We have all 14 amazing colorways in stock at The Naked Sheep.

Here's what to do:  Cast on 120 stitches, place marker and join in the round.

Round 1:  Knit 1, purl 1; repeat to end of round.
Round 2:  Slip 1, purl 1; repeat to end of round.

Repeat the last 2 rounds 7 more times.

Round 1:  Knit.

Round 2:  Purl.

Repeat the last 2 rounds 7 more times.

Bind-off using a nice stretchy bind-off. Block if desired, or just put it on and wear it proudly!

Friday, March 7, 2014

Free Pattern! Sunseeker Cowl and Infinity Scarf

As promised, here is the pattern for my Sunseeker Cowl and Infinity Scarf!

For the Cowl:  You'll need one skein each of Sunseeker Multis (MC) and Sunseeker Solids (CC) that complement each other.

Using MC and a size 5-24" circular needle, cast on 120 stitches. Place marker, join in the round and knit 10 rounds. Change to CC and knit 1 round, then purl 9 rounds.

Repeat last 20 rounds 3 more times. Change to MC and knit 10 rounds.

Bind-off as follows:  Knit 2, *insert left hand needle into fronts of these 2 sts from left to right and knit them off together through the back loop. One stitch is bound off. Knit 1; repeat from * to end of row. I recently learned this stretchy bind-off from Michele Bernstein, and it is pure genius!

For the Infinity Scarf: You'll need 3 skeins of Sunseeker Multis.

Using a size 5-32" (or longer) circular needle, cast on 240 stitches. Place marker, join in the round and knit 10 rounds. Purl 10 rounds.

Repeat last 20 rounds 3 more times. Knit 10 rounds.

Bind-off as for Cowl. Weave in ends and Enjoy!