Knitted Caribbean Dreams Scarf

Indulge in the allure of the Knitted Caribbean Dreams Scarf, a true masterpiece that will transport you to the enchanting shores of the Caribbean. The scarf's intricate design captures the essence of this paradise, with its mesmerizing patterns reminiscent of the rhythmic waves that caress the sandy shores. As you wear this scarf, you'll feel a sense of wanderlust and adventure, as if you're strolling along the palm-fringed beaches, with the sun kissing your skin and the sound of steel drums filling the air. Let the Knitted Caribbean Dreams Scarf be your passport to a world of tropical dreams and endless possibilities.

Knitting Needle Size8 or 5 mm

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Finished Measurements: 60” long x 6” wide.

Materials:

• RED HEART® Soft™: 2 balls 2515 Turquoise.
• Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8].
• Stitch markers, cable needle, yarn needle.

GAUGE: 18 sts = 4”; 28 rows = 4” in garter st. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge.

Special Stitches
1X1 Rib:
Row 1 (Right Side): *K1, p1; repeat from * to last st, k1.
Row 2: *P1, k1; repeat from * to last st, p1.
Repeat Rows 1-2 for 1X1 Rib pattern.

Braid Cable (worked over 12 sts):
Row 1 (Right Side): Knit.
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: Slip 4 sts to cable needle and hold in back, k4, k4 from cable needle, k4.
Rows 4, 6 & 8: Purl.
Rows 5 & 7: Knit.
Row 9: K4, slip 4 sts to cable needle and hold in front, k4, k4 from cable needle.
Row 10: Purl.
Row 11: Knit.
Row 12: Purl.
Repeat Rows 1-12 for Braid Cable.

SCARF
Cast on 41 sts. Work in 1X1 rib for 12 rows, decrease 6 sts evenly on last row – 35 sts.
Row 1 (Right Side): K1, place marker, work Row 1 of Braid Cable, place marker, k9, place marker, work Row 1
of Braid Cable, place marker, k1.
Row 2: K1, slip marker, work Row 2 of Braid Cable, slip marker, k9, slip marker, work Row 1 of Braid Cable, slip marker, k1.
Continue in pattern until piece measures 58”, ending with Row 11 of Braid Cable. Work in 1X1 rib for 12 rows, increase 6 sts evenly on first row – 41 sts. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.