Texture Times Two Scarf

Texture Times Two Scarf by Triona Murphy

What is Being Made

The Texture Times Two Scarf is a reversible knitted scarf designed by Triona Murphy that features two distinctly different stitch patterns on each side. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished scarf measuring 7.5 inches wide by 60 inches long after blocking, offering versatility in styling since both sides showcase interesting textures worth displaying.

Knitting Techniques and Stitch Patterns

This scarf employs cable knitting techniques to create its reversible design. The two primary stitch patterns used are:

• Sunburst Pattern: One of the main textured patterns featured on the scarf, worked at a gauge of 20 stitches and 27 rows over 4 inches (10 cm)
• Wave Pattern: The contrasting pattern on the reverse side, creating visual interest from both directions of the scarf

The pattern incorporates cable techniques, including the abbreviation 1/3FC (slip 1 stitch to cable needle and hold to front, purl 3, knit 1 from cable needle), which creates the dimensional textures characteristic of cable knitting. The Sunburst Wave pattern naturally pulls in during knitting and requires blocking to properly open up the stitches and expand the scarf to its intended finished dimensions.

Stitches and Gauge

The scarf is worked primarily in two stitch patterns with the following gauges:

• Sunburst stitch: 20 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)
• Stockinette stitch: 18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)

Accurate gauge checking is essential before beginning this project, as the pattern recommends adjusting needle sizes if your gauge differs from the specifications.

Materials Required

This intermediate knitting project requires Malabrigo Yarn Merino Worsted, a yarn composed of 100% merino fiber. The pattern calls for 2 skeins of the colorway Purple Mystery, with each skein containing 210 yards (192 meters) per 100 grams.

Additional materials needed include:

• US #8 (5.0 mm) straight or circular needles
• Cable needle for working cable stitches
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Pins for blocking the finished scarf

The aran-weight yarn provides the structure needed for the cable patterns while remaining soft and wearable in merino fiber.