Feather and Fan Stripe Scarf in Ella Rae Phoenix - ER10-03 - Downloadable PDF

Feather and Fan Stripe Scarf in Ella Rae Phoenix

What Is Being Made

This is a lightweight, elegant knitted scarf featuring a classic feather and fan stitch pattern combined with horizontal color stripes. The finished scarf measures approximately 20 cm (8 inches) in width and 180 cm (70¾ inches) in length, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering or draping.

Yarn and Materials

This project uses Ella Rae Phoenix yarn in three coordinating colorways. The pattern calls for three 100g hanks total: one hank each of Color A (24), Color B (57), and Color C (41). Phoenix is an aran-weight yarn, providing excellent stitch definition for the intricate feather and fan pattern. You will also need one pair of 4.50mm needles (US 7) to complete this project.

Techniques and Stitches

The scarf showcases the feather and fan stitch, a traditional lace pattern that creates an elegant, undulating texture. This stitch combines several fundamental knitting techniques:

• Yarn overs (yf) – these create the openwork and lace elements characteristic of the pattern
• Knit two together (k2tog) – a right-leaning decrease that balances the yarn overs
• Stockinette stitch (St st) – used for tension gauge measurement and forms the foundation between pattern rows
• Garter stitch rows – knit and purl rows that frame each four-row pattern repeat

Pattern Structure

The feather and fan pattern repeats over four rows. Row 1 is worked entirely in knit stitches on the right side. Row 2 is purled. Row 3 contains the decorative pattern sequence: single knit stitches alternate with groups of decreases and yarn overs to create the characteristic fan and feather effect. Row 4 is knitted, completing the repeat. This four-row sequence is worked continuously throughout the scarf length.

Color Sequence

The scarf features horizontal stripes created by working 12 rows in Color A, followed by 12 rows in Color B, then 12 rows in Color C. This color rotation repeats throughout the project, creating a balanced, striped appearance while showcasing the depth of the feather and fan stitch across multiple hues.

Construction and Finishing

The scarf begins with casting on 37 stitches using Color A and 4.50mm needles. You continue working the feather and fan pattern repeat while following the color sequence until the scarf reaches approximately 180 cm in length, ending on Row 4 of the pattern repeat to ensure a neat finish. After casting off, all loose ends are darned in securely to complete the project.

Gauge

The pattern specifies a tension of 18 stitches and 24 rows measured over 10 cm (approximately 4 inches) of stockinette stitch using 4.50mm needles. Checking your gauge before beginning is essential to ensure your finished scarf matches the intended measurements.