Ruffle-Ribbed Scarf

[Accidental] Ruffle Scarf

Ruffle Rib Scarf

Early on in my knitting odyssey, I was thrilled by the concept of ribbing (I was still just a padawan learner, like I said).  And so I was daring enough to buy a gorgeous Noro yarn and knit myself a scarf.  I began with a 4×4 rib, and after a few inches I found myself accidentally engaging in a 2×2 rib.  At first I panicked at the prospect of having to rip back (horrors!).  But upon closer inspection, I realized that the mistake I made actually resulted in a delightful ruffle!  I continued in 2×2 ribbing until I was almost out of yarn, and switched back to the 4×4 rib for the final few rows.  A happy accident indeed!

Materials Needed:

• 2 balls Noro worsted weight yarn
• 1 pair size US 8 bamboo needles
• Measuring tape
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge: not vital to the success of this project

Size: One size fits all

Instructions:

• Cast on 40 stitches (sounds like a lot, but the ribbing will contract it)
• *Knit 4 stitches, purl 4 stitches* (4×4 rib) repeat to end.
• Continue in established pattern for approx 2 inches or 10 rows.
• Next row: *knit 2, purl 2* repeat to end (establishing 2×2 rib).
• Continue to knit the knit stitches and purl the purl stitches for approximately 72 inches.
• Next row: *knit 4, purl 4* repeat to end (re-establishing 4×4 rib).
• Continue in established pattern for approx 2 inches or 10 rows.
• Bind off all stitches, weave in ends.

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