Wilde Scarf

WILDE SCARF
Cable and Garter Rib Scarf

CONSTRUCTION OVERVIEW
Wilde features a simple but effective cable pattern, easy to memorize but full of impact in the finished piece. It is knit flat from end to end using straight or circular needles. A slip stitch edge is used for a polished finish. Instructions are both written and charted making this pattern ideal for knitters who are new to working cables.

SIZE
Length: 62”/ 158 cm
Width: 8 ¼“/ 21 cm

YARN
Harrisville Nightshades/Daylights (DK weight) 85% Cormo Wool; 15% wool
250 yards per 100 g skein

2 skeins or 450 yards of DK weight yarn

Sample shown in Nightshades color Talk Radio

NEEDLES
Main Fabric Needle: US 6 (4.00 mm): 24” circular or straight
Ribbing Needle: US 4 (3.5 mm): 24” circular or straight
Adjust your needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

GAUGE
24 sts and 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm in cable pattern on Main Fabric Needle, after wet-blocking

Exact gauge is not vital. If you prefer a drapier fabric, increase your needles by one size.

NOTIONS
Stitch markers
Cable needle
Tapestry needle

TECHNIQUES USED
Chart reading (optional)
Cabling