Circles Scarf

On Friday, amongst the various Bits-of-my-day, I showed you the above picture. It was just a quick snapshot of my crochet at the time when I took it out of my bag, and to be honest I didn't give the picture an awful lot of thought. It was only when you began commenting on this colourful "flower" of mine that I realised how ambiguous photographs can be sometimes.

Some of you even asked for my Flower Pattern, and awwww I feel kind of bad about this.......but you see....it isn't in fact a flower at all.

Although it certainly does look very flower-like when it's all rolled up like that.

No, this is not an elaborate multi-petalled flower after all, but a Scarf.

Yes, a Scarf.

It's my Circles Scarf.....see?

Some of you may remember the first crochet scarf I made at the beginning of last year, the Flower Scarf? Well as that scarf was made in the days pre-Attic24, I never actually blogged about it as such but it has appeared in various photos from time to time, and you can see some more of it over at Flickr, here and here.

Oh I LOvEd that flower scarf so much! I made it in January 2008, and wore it continuously day in day out throughout that winter, and then again last winter too. And truthfully, as much as I love it still, it's looking a bit tatty now. It began to fall apart a little too, at the point where the flowers were stitched together with little crochet leaves. 

So, I thought to myself :: time for a new one.

I've had this design idea buzzing about in my head for quite a long time now, and as I had some of the deliciously soft and snuggly merino yarn left over after the Baby Ripple was made, I just knew it would be perfect for something scarfy.

And folks, this scarf is Made to Last.

I didn't want any stitching involved this time, as that was the weak point in my last design. So these circles (which are easy-peasy to make and suuuper-addictive) are joined-on-the-go, in much the same way as I join my granny squares.

And what a result! I'm so pleased with the way it turned out!

There are 25 connecting circles in total, finished off with a two-row border (one row of single crochet, and the last row of slip-stitches worked in the back loop only).

It was all looking a bit wobbly, tight and "stressed" yesterday when I'd finished hooking the borders, so off it went upstairs to have it's spa treatment. Ahhhh blocking out crochet is so super-satisfying. And furthermore, it works a treat. As you can see from the above pic, I blocked it directly onto the carpet floor (tut tut), pinning it out in one long line before spraying it with tepid water and leaving to dry naturally for 24hrs.

It turned out quite long, this string of twenty five circles (it measures 152cm / 5ft long), but thats the way I like my scarves. I like them to hang down and look showy-offy, with some length to tie them up if one fancies.

Here it is look, hanging in my hallway with my delicious Boden coat, waiting patiently for it's first outing.

There....looking bright and breezy against my red jumper today.

Incidentally, I do plan on sharing the love and giving you the pattern for this scarf if you might be remotely interested in hooking up some colourful circles to wrap around yourself this winter. Its a quick, fun project, and perfect for stash-busting.

I'll set to work with that as soon as I can.....well that'll be after the cushion-making tutorial you understand, oooooooooooo so much to keep my idle hands and muddled mind busy!

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ps for those of you who asked about my little flower brooch yesterday, yes I did make that too, you can read about it here.

xxx

Comments

[Tracey]

Yummy! like your green jackets too!

[Jacqueline]

The scarf is beautiful, as is the brooch. I have so many ideas (I have had to start writing them down) and so little time to do anything. Your colour choices are always so wonderful.

[Vivienne]

Beautiful scarf, looking forward to the pattern! :)

[Jen Gough]

The scarf is lovely! Looking forward to the pattern so I can keep my idle hands busy!

[frances]

Hello Lucy, and thank you for your message. It is always fun to visit your colorful attic.

The new scarf is a great design, and surely will keep you warm through all those chilly months to come.

I am so impressed that both the "front" and "back" of the scarf look very neat and polished!

Best wishes. xo

[Nina - Tabiboo]

Lucy that is 'g'orgeous!!

After falling in love with Doctor (Tom Baker) Who as I kid long scarves are a definite for me too and 'yes plllleeeeeaaaassseeeeee' for the pattern/tutorial.

take care,

Nina xxxxxxxxxxxx

[alisonb2]

So that is how you block things! Do you really just leave it to dry after spraying - nothing else - no pressing? If so that is where I have been going wrong!! Thank you for the insight and what a beautiful scarf!!

[The Garden Bell - Kate]

Great...perfect for all those left over snipets of yarn I have from my three ripple blankets. Was just wondering what to do with the extra yarn. I was thinking some of your jar covers, but this is a better idea, since it's getting quite chilly here. 46 and windy.

So, glad to hear your Attic 24 inspired Flickr group is not being managed by you. All you need to do is sit back and look at all the wonderful colors now.

http://www.flickr.com/groups/attic24inspired/

Know we are all posting to you out of your love for alllllllllllll your delightful goodies and kind, fun words that brighten up our day.

The Garden Bell - Katester

Katester is S's name for me.

[little pink room]

It's lovely. Perfect with your coat too. You really are inspirational - I must get round to doing some crochet! A x

[Wendy Wager]

This scarf is even better than a flower and ideal for me to use up stash yarns and make something for my Oxfam shop. It's near Manchester and we get a lot of students in who appreciate this kind of thing. Thank you yet again for constant inspiration. X

[Isobel]

Absolutely lovely and a great dash of colour to any autumn/winter day. :)
xx

[Alison Hutchison]

My gooodness me I am a scarf girl and that is one loooooooovely scarf xxxx

[amanda]

Loving the scarf...What a cute and simple idea, with such great results!!!

[Anna-Karin, Sweden]

It looks fab, your scarf!!! Must do one immediately! But I still wonder what to do with all my Rowan Pure wool DK I've bought... Grannies? Hex's? Ripples? Well, it's a "pleasantly problem" I have :) But I think I have some other good yarn for a "little" scarf...
Take care!
Anna xxx

[Hen]

It's great Lucy, and lovely bright photos as always. Hope you are feeling well.
Hen xxx

[jenny b harris]

Yes, please! A pattern would be much appreciated!!! I bought yarn for a ripple blanket, but as I am not the most experienced crocheter, I was beginning to feel a bit overwhelmed. This looks much less intimidating, and adorable to boot!

[Helen]

Hi Lucy,
Your scarf is fabulous!! I now know what my next project will be!!
Take Care,
Helen
PS Thank you!!!

[Emma]

What a nice scarf!

But a bit disappointed that it wasn't a mega flower, will have to invent a pattern for that one ;)

Anyhow, it looks great on you!

[Linda Kristin]

Beautiful scarf! Look forward to seeing the pattern for this one!

[Heather]

oh it's ace! loving the last row of pink stitching, it really finishes it off perfectly and is a good contrast against the green.

I need to learn to block my work - I'm making massive granny squares for my sister's blanket and they do distort somewhat as they get larger. I'll pop them on flickr in a bit, she'll see them on my blog!

xxxxx

[PinkCat]

Beautiful! I love the picture where the scarf looks like a caterpillar on the carpet.

Does Little Lady have a similar scarf?

I'm about to start a felt flower brooch project, so hopefully that will soon jolly up a jacket or two. x

[Marie]

Love love lovin' the scarf. I can't wait for the pattern (it shall be duly added to my Attic24 project To Do List :). I'm still totally lusting after your Boden coat by the way. I just love that colour.

xMx

[Catherine]

Love the scarf, love the brooch, love the jacket (fav colour)!! Can we swap lives for just a wee while?

[bananaKnits]

I'm new to your blog but I love your colors and pictures! I'll be back.

[Shannon]

That scarf just makes me smile! Beautiful. And thank you, a thousand times, for sharing the patterns for your creative ideas. Because of you, I have been learning to crochet! Thanks for the happiness and inspiration.