FO Friday: Lace Ribbon Scarf

Pattern: Lace Ribbon Scarf

Yarn: 2 skeins Hand Maiden Sea Silk (70% Silk 30% Seacell)

Needles: size 3.25 mm

Finished size: 14" wide x 80" long after blocking

Modifications: I made the scarf wider, casting on 80 sts rather 53 sts as written. And as suggested by several other Ravellers in their notes, I omitted the final two knit rows and bound off immediately after completing row 24 of the lace pattern.

Comments: I can't say enough good things about this pattern. It's easy to memorize. It's easy to pick up and see exactly where you left off. Perfect for travel knitting or even at work knitting where you're likely to be interrupted.

And it's really striking when finished. The lace columns sway back and forth to create a beautifully airy pattern with lots of movement. Absolutely stunning after blocking! As soon as the work hit the soak water the lace flattened out and opened up. Now that it's dry the silk has beautiful drape. I think this might be the best thing I've ever knit - certainly it's one of the best combinations of yarn and pattern.

My coworker is off today, but she'll be at work on Monday to see her finished scarf. It's not a surprise - she actually tried it on last week Monday - but she might not realize the effect blocking would have. I can't wait to see her model it. I know that the colour is perfect for her, I just hope the style suits her as well. Mostly I hope she's as happy with it as I am.

 It's finished object Friday over at Tami's Amis ... go on and have a look through the links to see all the hard work from all those talented people!