My mother is allergic to wool so for Christmas I have knitted her a scarf in silk. This should be very comfortable next to her skin and it has lovely drape. It could even be used as a table runner really.
The pattern is "Fern Lace Scarf" by Knitting Pixie and is available as a FREE download on Ravelry.
I've used a combination of two different hand dyed silks that I purchased from
The pattern is a very easy repeat over 12 rows. Admittedly, it was much easier if I put the knitting down at row 12 and I did have to unpick a couple of times because I forgot where I was at sometimes. My yarn was about sport weight so I used 4.5mm needles. It is not a very long scarf but certainly enough to knot in front. I am very happy with the end result and the pattern really showcases the yarns lovely textures and colour variations.
Oh it's absolutely stunning. What a beautiful Christmas gift.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful - I bet that feels lovely.
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely :) I'm currently knitting a lace scarf in alpaca and I frequently lose my place... there must be trick to it!
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely :) I'm currently knitting a lace scarf in alpaca and I frequently lose my place... there must be trick to it!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Tanya.
ReplyDeleteIts been lovely seeing a few more posts from you than usual pop up lately.
I have your presents here - they are sitting next to me as I type. Planning to post before Christmas, but you won't get them until after. Something to rip the wrapping off when all your other pressies have been opened?!
Love to you, Kylie x
What a lovely thoughtful gift. A lovely pattern and looks really delicate.
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh I love it. I imagine it being so soft and silky next to your MIL's skin. I is enough to make me pick up the needles again or bribe my MIL to knit one for me.
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh I love it. I imagine it being so soft and silky next to your MIL's skin. I is enough to make me pick up the needles again or bribe my MIL to knit one for me.
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