Iridessa Reversible Lace Scarf and Wrap

Iridessa Reversible Lace Scarf and Wrap by Knitting Buzz Designs

What is Being Made

The Iridessa Reversible Lace Scarf and Wrap is a versatile knitted accessory designed by Krista Werbil of Knitting Buzz Designs. This project offers two finished options: a scarf measuring 7" x 70" or a larger wrap version measuring 18" x 72". The pattern features a beautiful reversible lace design inspired by opaque frosty ice crystals that form on windows during cold winter days, making it an elegant seasonal accessory suitable for both everyday wear and special occasions.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs fundamental lace-knitting techniques to create its distinctive reversible pattern. The design utilizes yarn overs and decreases to form the openwork lace structure that is visually appealing on both sides of the fabric. The reversible nature of the pattern means that knitters will work with consistent stitch sequences throughout, allowing the lace motif to appear equally beautiful whether the scarf is worn with either side facing outward. Stitch markers and a row counter are recommended optional tools to help track progress through the repeating pattern rows.

Stitches Used

The Iridessa pattern incorporates essential knitting stitches to achieve its lace effect:

• Knit (K) - the fundamental stitch forming the base fabric
• Purl (P) - used to create texture and pattern definition
• Yarn Over (YO) - creates the openwork holes characteristic of lace knitting
• Knit 2 Together (K2tog) - a decrease stitch that balances yarn overs and shapes the lace pattern

Materials

The Iridessa pattern calls for fingering weight yarn totaling 330 yards for the scarf version or 880 yards for the larger wrap version. The design was modeled using Filatura Di Crosa Gioiello, a fingering weight mohair blend yarn requiring 1.5 balls (220 yards per ball) for the scarf or 4 balls for the wrap. Knitters should use U.S. size #7 needles to achieve the specified gauge of 16 stitches over 4 inches in the pattern stitch. The pattern notes that yarn substitutes may be used to achieve a similar visual effect, allowing flexibility in fiber choice while maintaining the intended drape and appearance of the finished accessory.