Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf in Lanecardate Feltro
Several eons ago Joelle designed her Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf, still one of the most popular projects from our archives. It struck me then and it strikes me today as a beautiful and modern use of knitted lace.
This new version follows the same basic pattern as the original, but this time we used Purl Soho’s Lanecardate Feltro, a thoroughly sumptuous wool-angora blend. And at a big 2 1/2 stitches to the inch, the lace pattern is oversized and fresh, the scarf is warm and toasty, and the knitting is fun and quick!
All these years later, our Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf still resonates with originality and beauty. In bold Lanecardate Feltro, it’s a true classic! -Whitney
Originally designed by Purl Soho founder and co-owner, Joelle Hoverson, updated by Purl Soho designer Whitney Van Nes.
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Materials
- 4 skeins of Purl Soho’s Lanecardate Feltro, 75% superfine wool, 25% Caregora angora. Each skein is 98 yards/ 100 grams; approximately 360 yards required. This color is Very Light Gray (Amur).
- US 15 (10mm) straight or circular knitting needles
- A spare knitting needle, US 15 or smaller
Gauge
10 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette stitch (unblocked)
Size
12½ inches wide x 70 inches long (unblocked)
12 inches wide x 80 inches long (blocked)
Notes
- This pattern has a lace pattern at each end and stockinette stitch in the middle. You should know ahead of time that this scarf curls up along the edges, however, it is wide enough that, even curled up, it fits generously around the neck.
- The stitch pattern is a multiple of 10 + 1. The stitch count remains the same at the end of every row.
Abbreviations
Yo (yarn over): Review this technique with our Yarn Over Tutorial. When people have trouble with the lace pattern’s stitch counts, the way they’re making yarn overs is often the culprit!
Ssk (slip, slip, knit): Learn how to ssk with our Slip Slip Knit Tutorial.
Sl1, k2tog, psso: Slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 2 stitches together, pass the slipped stitch over the k2tog and off the needle. Two stitches are decreased. The original Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf pattern includes step-by-step photos that show how to work this technique.
Pattern
Cast on 31 stitches. We used a basic Long Tail Cast On.
Row 1 and all odd number rows (wrong side): Purl.
Row 2: K3, *k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k5, repeat from * to end of row, ending the last repeat with k3 (instead of k5).
Row 4: K2, *k2tog, [k1, yo] 2 times, k1, ssk, k3, repeat from * to end of row, ending the last repeat with k2 (instead of k3).
Row 6: K1, *k2tog, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, ssk, k1, repeat from * to end of row.
Row 8: K2tog, *k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, sl 1, k2tog, psso (see Notes, above), repeat from * to last 9 stitches, k3, yo, k1, yo, k3, ssk.
Row 10: K1, *yo, ssk, k5, k2tog, yo, k1, repeat from * to end of row.
Row 12: K1, *yo, k1, ssk, k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, repeat from * to end of row.
Row 14: K1, *yo, k2, ssk, k1, k2tog, k2, yo, k1, repeat from * to end of row.
Row 16: K1, *yo, k3, sl 1, k2tog, psso, k3, yo, k1, repeat from * to end of row.
Repeat Rows 1-16 three times more. The piece should measure approximately 18 inches at this point.
Next Row (wrong side): Purl.
Next Row (right side): Knit.
Repeat last two rows until you have used two whole skeins of Feltro, or for approximately 17 inches.
Place these 31 stitches on the spare needle set aside.
Repeat the pattern from the beginning, working the second half of the scarf the same as the first, leaving the stitches on the needle at the end. (The reason you make the scarf in two pieces is so that the lace ends will look the same. If you made the scarf in one long piece, the second lace section would be “upside down.”)
Use Kitchener Stitch to invisibly graft the live stitches together at the center of your scarf.
Weave in the ends, and hand wash your scarf gently with a mild soap. When you allow your scarf to air dry, instead of stretching the lace flat, try to encourage it to retain its depth and dimension. (Because this yarn is heavier than the original yarn we used and the knitting is a bit looser, you shouldn’t expect this version to be quite as textural, but it does have quite a bit of body!)
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Serendipity!! I just started this one a few days ago! After all the holiday-related gift stitching, I decided it was time for something for ME, and am using Juniper Moon Farms gorgeous merino/silk blend Moonshine in a gorgeous dark green (I think the color is Forest). I’ve been wanting to knit up this beauty for quite some time!
My next ME ME ME project will be the knitted pocket tshirt, knitting with two strands of alpaca lace together and lengthening the sleeves just a bit. Maybe add some stripes at the hem and cuffs.
And then I have to figure out what to do with the gorgeous Brooklyn Tweed Shelter my SIL gifted me for Christmas. She always picks up yarn for me from your shop when she’s in New York.
Because me, me, me, lol!
Hi Liz,
We love knitting for ourselves after the holidays, too! All of your ideas sound beautiful; have fun with them!
For your Shelter yarn, you may find some inspiration with Brooklyn Tweed’s amazing collection of patterns. You can browse them all right here: https://www.purlsoho.com/patterns/knitting.html?brand=639
Thanks for writing in!
Whitney
I should continue to be selfish and knit something for myself, but Oshima would be great for my sons.
Of course, I’ll need more yarn… 😉
I have been looking for this pattern for over 30 years.My
Late Mother knitted 8 jerseys for my 3 sisters and I, my 3 sisters*~ine~law and 2 Aunts! About 50 years ago! Thank You God Bless! I am in Bloemfontein, South Africa!
Really pretty and practical!
Beautiful!! I will add this to my list of purl soho “must knits”. Is there a cheaper substitute for the yarn? It’s gorgeous.
Hi MB,
Yes, there are a couple of less expensive yarns that would also be beautiful! You could get away with just three skeins of Cascade’s Magnum. It’s a little bulkier than the Lanecardate Feltro, so a bit less yardage would work fine. Just be sure to use a bigger needle if you need to! You can browse the Magnum here: https://www.purlsoho.com/patterns/knitting.html?brand=639
Another option is our Silk Alpaca Alloy, which is on sale. You would need 4 skeins of that, and it’s right here: https://www.purlsoho.com/yarn/knitting-crochet/silk-alpaca-alloy.html
Another idea is to find a beautiful yarn you can afford and to adjust the number of cast-on stitches to suit the gauge of your yarn. We’d be happy to help you with that, if you need it!
Thank you so much for your question and please let us know if you have any others!
Whitney
Thanks tons!! I’ll probably need help re figuring the stitch number though.
Hi again MB,
No problem! Once you know your gauge (the number of stitches you make per inch in stockinette stitch) and how wide you would like your scarf to be, let us know and we’ll help you figure out how many stitches to cast on!
Best,
Whitney
Love this pattern and the idea of doing it in bulky yarn. When I first read through, I thought why not just keep knitting one piece? Glad you explained in the pattern! Makes good sense and will look nicer. Thanks!
Beautiful scarf! Thank you for the pattern!
Gorgeous and in my file. However, it slightly freaks me out to wash and dry when finished….what’s the benefit? Could I just finish off and enjoy Straight off the needles?
Hi Tess,
Yes, you certainly could! The reason to block this piece would be to even out your stitches a little bit, but if you’re happy with the way your unblocked scarf looks, there’s absolutely no reason you have to subject it to a bath!
Thanks so much for your question and please let us know if you have any others!
Whitney
How many stitches needed for a yarn using a size 7-8 needle?
Thanks, Mona
Hi Mona,
If you really want a precise answer, you’ll have to make a gauge swatch. Once you know how many stitches per inch you’re knitting at, you can multiply that number by the width you’d like your scarf to be, and cast on the nearest number that is a multiple of 10 + 1.
Or if you just want to go for it, the original Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf offers some useful information. It used US 9 needles, had a cast-on of 61 stitches, and measured 12 inches wide. So for size 7 or 8 needles, presuming you get a tighter gauge than our scarf, you can cast on 61 stitches and end up with a slightly narrower scarf, or you can cast on 71 stitches and have a scarf about the same width.
Please let us know if you have any more questions and thank you for this one!
Whitney
This scarf is gorgeous! Could you recommend a hat pattern to go with it, please? Thanks so much.
Kim
Hi Kim,
We don’t have a hat pattern that uses the Lovely Leaf Lace pattern, but I like that idea! Meanwhile, you can browse our entire archive of hat patterns here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/category/knit-accessories/knit-accessories-type-hats/ . Perhaps if you use the same yarn to make your hat that you use to make the scarf, one of these hats will complement it perfectly!
Thank you for your question and good luck!
Whitney
The scarf is lovely. Can the pattern be adapted for a thinner (worsted or heavy worsted weight) yarn? Thank you.
Hi Marcia,
Yes! Our original Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf used a worsted weight yarn. The free pattern is right here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2008/12/02/lovely-leaf-lace-scarf/
It may also be helpful to know that you can cast on any number that is a multiple of 10 + 1, so you can easily adapt this pattern to any weight yarn.
Thanks so much for asking and please let us know if you have any other questions!
Whitney
I love this pattern and plan to knit this for my daughter. Is there a beanie with the same pattern? I would love to make her a set. Thank you!
Hi Kim,
No, we don’t have any hat patterns that use the Lovely Leaf Lace stitch pattern. However, you can browse all of our hats here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/category/knit-accessories/knit-accessories-type-hats/
As I just mentioned to a different Kim who had a similar question, perhaps if you use the same yarn to make both the scarf and the hat, they will make a great set, even if they don’t have the same stitch pattern!
Please let us know if you have any other questions and good luck!
Whitney
I am unable to print more than the first page; what must I do to print all of the instructions/information for a pattern that is listed as “free”. thank you so much for your assistance, I would love to try this scarf.
Hi, Gladys!
Thank you so much for writing in! We have found that the secret is to first download the pattern and then print it. Rather than simply clicking the link and opening the PDF in a browser window, you should click on the pattern link using the “right click” or “control click” option on your mouse or keyboard. This will give you the option to “Download the linked file.” Once the file is downloaded, it should print like a charm!
If you have further questions, please let us know!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
love every single one of your gorgeous patterns, but would you please consider a more printer friendly version? there is absolutely no reason this pattern should take 7 pages.
thanks.
Hi Becky,
We agree that patterns shouldn’t take up any more paper (or precious printer ink!) than they need to, that’s why you’re able to customize the pattern to print only the information you absolutely need. Here’s how…
When you click the “print” icon, you’ll see that at the top of the pop-up box that there is a small box to click that removes all the images. Also, when you scroll over each section of the pattern, there is the option to delete any section you consider superfluous.
I hope this helps shorten your printout and thank you for asking about it!
Whitney
Love the pattern. I left a comment yesterday but it isn’t showing up so am writing again. What is the weight of this bulky yarn? I like to use LionBrand fisherman wool which is a 4 weight and LionBrand thick and quick which is a 6 weight. How would they compare to the yarn used in the pattern? I like to feel the yarn before I purchase so I never order yarn, and the LionBrand is carried in my local yarn store.
I hope this comment shows up this time. Sorry for writing twice.
Hi Debbie,
According to the Craft Yarn Council standards, the yarn we used would be classified as a 6, so your Thick and Quick should work great! I’d recommend using a needle size that gives you a fabric you like, rather than following our needle suggestion for our yarn. Also keep in mind that your gauge may be slightly different than ours, giving you an either slightly wider or narrower or scarf.
Please let us know if you have any more questions and thank you so much for this one!
Whitney
This is such a beautiful pattern. I just got stuck on row 8 of making this pattern. In the last 9 stitches, I followed the instructions but with the 2 yo’s, I seem to be adding one more stitch than in the previous rows. Now on row 9, as I’m purling, I realize that I have 32 stitches instead of 31. I read the instructions for those last 9 stitches in row 8 over and over but it still looks like the two yo’s add two stitches while I’m only decreasing by 1 (the ssk). Can you tell me what I’m doing wrong? I’m stuck unable to move forward.
I’m using Thick and Quick yarn with size 15 needles and it’s coming out beautiful.
Thank you.
Hi Ellen,
Thanks for writing in and thanks for your kind words about our pattern! I am sorry to hear that you are having difficulties but I think that I know what the issue may be. Row 8 begins with K2tog which will compensate for the second yarn over at the end of the row, yielding a row that begins and ends with the same number of stitches. Is it possible that you did not knit two stitches together to start the row?
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
Cassy, you’re the best! This indeed is the answer – I guess I was so into thinking there were multiple knit stitches as a border of some type that my eyes just skimmed over that k2tog completely! Now I’ve done it that way and I’m off to the races – I do love this scarf pattern. Thank you very much!!
I’m looking for bunches of sequins so that I can knit a a sweater. The yarn I need is a little heavier than fingering. can you help?
Hi Marjorie,
We sell a small selection of sequins. You can browse them right here: https://www.purlsoho.com/tools/notions/tin-of-sequins.html
I hope you find what you’re looking for and thank you so much for asking!
Whitney
I have some lovely charcoal gray Swans Island Natural Colors Collection merino wool that I purchased from your store when I visited a little over a year ago. It is labeled bulky and 3.5 stitches/inch (10.5 needle). I can experiment with gauge, but jumping to a size 15 needle seems like a big jump. Think it will work?
Hi Suzanne,
I agree that a size 15 would probably be a bit big for that yarn (unless you happen to be a very tight knitter), although you can always give it a try!
If you end up using a smaller needle, just take note of your gauge (the number of stitches you work per inch in stockinette stitch), and multiply that number by the width you would like your scarf to be. Then, find the closest number that is a multiple of 10 + 1 and cast on that number.
For example, let’s say your gauge is 3.5 stitches to the inch and you’d like your scarf to be 12 inches wide: 3.5 x 12 = 42. The closest number to 42 that is a multiple of 10 + 1 is 41 (10 x 4 + 1), and so that is the number of stitches you would cast on!
Please let us know if you have any questions along the way. I’m sure your scarf will be beautiful in that yarn!
Whitney
Hello Purl Soho,
This is a beautiful scarf.
I am having trouble working row 4. I not sure how the [ ] works. I repeated the instructions in the bar and ended up with 5 knit stitches at the end. (instead of 2 )
Should I read the instructions as
K2, K2tog, K1, yo, K1, yo, K1, ssk, K3 or
K2, K2tog, K1,yo, K2tog, K1, yo ,k1,ssk,k3 ?
The pattern reads :
Row 4: K2, *k2tog, [k1, yo] 2 times, k1, ssk, k3, repeat from * to end of row, ending the last repeat with k2 (instead of k3).
I am new at knitting so please excuse my lack of pattern knowledge. Thank you, Kim
Hi Kim,
Thank you for your question! I am happy to clarify. For row 4, the expanded version of the directions for the entire would read:
K2, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k2
As you can see from above, [k1, yo] 2 times should be read as k1, yo, k1 yo. All of the directions inside the * are to be repeated until the end of the row, concluding the last repeat with a k2.
I hope that this clears things up!
Best,
Cassy
Gorgeous- I am, like so many other knitters, wanting to make myself something after all the crazy seasonal giving is now over. 🙂 Glad I checked in with you guys as I am sooooo going to make this! Thanks for always having such amazingly inspiring projects!
I casted 41 stitches. After knitting the first 16 rows I have 37 stitches left and not 41.
In row 16, I ppso (pass the slipped stich over the k2tog and off the needle) 4 times hence decreasind 4 stitches from the row and ending with 37 stitches instead of 41.
What am I doing wrong?
Thanking you in advance for your response.
Francine from Montréal
I love this pattern, but I am somehow going wrong and can’t for love nor money figure out how. I am sure I’m making some really stupid mistake. Perhaps you can sort me out? When knitting row 2, I follow the directions, and am able to complete 2 full repetitions of the pattern from the *, but I am left with 4 stitches remaining to finish the row. The pattern says to end the last repeat with k3 instead of k5. If I was to do that, I’d have 6 stitches left on my needle. ??? I have tried multiple times, but still come up with the same problem. The way it is working out I’ll end up with two leaves evenly spaced, then a whole bunch of straight knit on the left side of the scarf. Any insight would be appreciated!
Ack! Never mind. I figured out where I was going wrong. A very stupid error. I’m cooking now- and it is looking great. Thanks for an awesome pattern!
Hi Emmanuella,
Thanks for writing in and our apologies for the greatly delayed response. I think that I can help be writing out this full line for you along with the number of stitches after each instruction. The total stitch number will appear in parentheses after the instruction.
You will start with 31 stitches:
k3 (3), k2tog (4), yo (5), k1 (6), yo (7), ssk (8), k5 (13), k2tog (14), yo (15), k1 (16), yo (17), ssk (18), k5 (23), k2tog (24), yo (25), k1 (26), yo (27), ssk (28), k3 (31)
I hope that this explanation helps!
Happy knitting!
Cassy
I wrote to you yesterday concerning having 37 stitches left on my needle instead of 41….
I found my mistakes…
So you don’t have to figure out what I did wrong!
I love your warn and patters.
Francine from Montreal
Hi, Francine!
Thank you so much for writing in! We are so glad that you figured it out! If you have further questions, please let us know!
Best,
Kumeko
I just purchased the Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf. I was so impressed wit the Striped Cotton Cowl that I couldn’t wait to start my next Purl Soho creation. For the Striped Cotton Cowl, instead of doing it straight garter stitch, I decided to do it in basket weave and it turned out just lovely!!
Can’t wait to start the Lovely Leaf Lace, then excited to select my ‘third’ Purl Soho creation. Keep up the excellent work, you guys are fabulous!!
Steve
I just wanted to leave another comment about the Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf. I’m 1/2 way done and i’m having soooo much fun. It’s such a fun pattern to knit and it knits up so quick! I should be done in the next couple of days!
Hope you guys keep creating these amazing patterns!!
Hi I love this pattern. Would super soft merino work for it? And if so, I have four skeins – would that be enough or would I’ve better off getting one more skein ? Thank you !
Hi Maryellen,
We are so glad that you love our pattern! Feltro and Super Soft Merino do have a similar gauge. To get a scarf roughly that same size you will need 4.5 skeins of Super Soft. If you are ok with a slightly shorter scarf, 4 skeins would probably get you a blocked length of 60-70 inches.
Happy knitting!
Cassy
Oh I love this scarf. I have been looking for something like this it seems forever. I have one question for now — is it absolutely 1. Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf: Is it necessary to use bulky yarn? How would a yarn that is one size down turn out?
2. Reversible Rivulet Scarf:I seem to be in a scarf mood lately. I am also making the Reversible Rivulet Scarf using flax down. I love this yarn and can hardly wait to finish it; but I’m stuck. I can’t figure out the reversible cable cross (rcc) instruction. I have done many cable patterns before but this one has me stumped. I would appreciate your help.
Mae
Hi, Mae!
Thank you for writing in! We are delighted that you have found the Lovely Leaf Lace Scarf! You don’t have to make to it in a bulky yarn. When Joelle originally introduced this beautiful scarf we used a worsted weight cashmere. You can find the original pattern here.
What part of the rcc is giving you trouble? Have you taken a look at the picture tutorial of this stitch? If not, check it out, it’s above the section labeled “Pattern.” Please let us know, we really want to help you figure this out!
Best,
Kumeko
I decided not to do a border, but I just realized the yarn I am using is bulky, not super bulky. How do I adjust the pattern to fit that weight yarn? Thanks!
Hi Alexis,
Thanks for writing in. You can adjust the width of this scarf easily. The pattern is worked on a multiple of 10 stitches plus 1 stitch. This means you can cast on 41 or even 51 stitches to achieve a wider scarf. Since I don’t know your gauge or needle size, I can’t tell you a definitive cast on amount. I hope this helps.
Best,
Adam
Hi. I am actually getting 3 stitches to the inch on stockinette, so I will cast on the normal 31 stitches. Thank you!
I’m usually pretty good in reading knitting instructions and have knitted a few of your awesome patterns but I’m completly baffled with this one. I’ve calculated that you need 37 stitches to come complete row 2. What am I doing wrong? I’m so confused.
Hi Sylwia,
Thanks for writing in! I think that I see what is presenting difficulty. For the last repeat of the stitch combination between the *s, you will knit 3 instead of 5.
Sometimes I find that it helpful to write out the whole row. The instructions for row 2 read: K3, *k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k5, repeat from * to end of row, ending the last repeat with k3 (instead of k5). Written out long, it would read:
K3, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k5, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k5, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk, k3. This comes out to 31 stitches.
I hope that this helps and happy knitting!
Cassy
Hi! I am having trouble with row 2, I read your reply on the thread for the same issue I am having and I still am running short on the end of the row, the way I am counting it I would need 37 stitches on my needle not 31, I followed your instructions if the row written out instead of the abbreviated way, but it is still happening, any other suggestions that would help? I also know that the issue isn’t needing to knit 3 instead of 5, I run out of stitches before I get that far.
Hi Lauren,
Thanks for writing in! I am not sure what the problem could be. I will write out the whole row with the stitch number in parentheses after the stitch is completed. I hope that this will help you follow along with the stitch count for this row.
K3 (stitches 1, 2,3), k2tog (stitches 4 and 5, decreasing 1), yo (increasing 1 to replace the decreased stitch), k1 (stitch 6), yo (increase 1 stitch), ssk (stitch 7 and 8, decreasing out the stitch just added), k5 (stitches 9, 10, 11, 12, 13), k2tog (stitches 14 and 15, decreasing 1), yo (increasing 1 to replace the decreased stitch), k1 (stitch 16), yo (increasing 1 stitch), ssk (stitches 17 and 18, decreasing out the stitch just added), k5 (stitches 19, 20, 21, 22, 23), k2tog (stitches 24 and 25, decreasing 1 stitch), yo (increasing 1 stitch to replase the decreased stitch), k1 (stitch 26), yo (increasing 1 stitch), ssk (stitches 27 and 28, decreasing the stitch just added), k3 (stitches 29, 30, 31).
I hope that this helps to illustrate the row and happy knitting!
Cassy
Hello!
Would you be able to suggest an alternate yarn that does not include alpaca, angora or mohair? Although I adore these fibers my eyes do not.
Thanks!
Hi Julia,
Thanks for writing in! I recommend Super Soft Merino for this project if you don’t want to work with alpaca, mohair or angora. It is 100% merino and very soft. Hope you like it!
I have a question that I hope you can answer. So, instead of knitting this in two parts, is there any reason why one could not start at the end of the pattern and work their way back? In other words, start at the instructions for row 16 and work your way back to row 1? Just curious.
Thanks in advance!
Katherine
Hi Katherine,
Thanks for writing in! Interesting idea! I see two possible issues. The first is that you may have trouble deciding when to start knitting the lace at the far end given that we knit the lace and then knit to the end of the two skeins of Feltro to get to the middle. The second possible issue is that the pattern will look different knitting it from the opposite angle. The direction of the Vs of the knit stitches will be reversed on the second half. Without knitting it up, I am not certain how it will look exactly but I do know that it will look, at least, somewhat different from the example shown here.
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
Hi
This pattern is so lovely. I decided to make it as my mom’s birthday present. Just want to ask, if I knit in one piece can I simply reverse the pattern order from row 18 to row 1 when I knit the other side of the scarf? Thank you
Hi Fion,
Thanks for writing in and thank you for your kind words! For the purposes of this scarf, knitting the two sides separately is what creates the symmetrical pattern. If you were to reverse the pattern and knit it as a single piece, the second end would look quite different. You may want to try knitting a swatch of the lace backwards and seeing if you like it. Otherwise, I would suggest knitting the pattern as written.
I hope that this helps and happy knitting!
Cassy
Could this be worked in the Manos del Uruguay Fino? One of their colors haunts me. I realize there is a big difference but what do you suggest?
Hi Mary,
Thanks for writing in! Manos Fino is quite a bit thinner than than the Feltro that we use here. Fino comes in at 6-7 stitches per inch and Feltro comes in at 2.5 stitches per inch. I would recommend finding an alternate pattern for the lovely color of Fino that is calling to you! Our Open Air Wrap could work very well with the Fino!
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
I began making this with the Feltro yarn and the size 15 needles, as called for in the instructions. The stitches were extremely loose and sloppy–nothing like the photos. I started another with size 11 needles, and it looks much better, but I am concerned that it will be too stiff. What size needles were actually used in the creation of the scarf that is pictured?
Hi Galena,
Thank you so much for writing in! I am sorry to hear that your stitches with the US 15 needle were lose and sloppy! We did use a US 15 to make the scarf pictured in this post. Since the US 11 needles gave you a much better result I think your knitting tension might be on the looser side. Everyone’s knitting tension is different so it’s not unheard of for folks to have to increase or decrease needle gauge to get the correct gauge for a project. For example, I am a very tight knitter so I always need to increase my needle size to get the correct gauge.
Gently hand blocking the scarf should loosen your stitches if you feel they are too stiff. We’ve got a great tutorial right here that shows our preferred method for blocking.
Please keep updated on your progress!
Best wishes,
Kumeko
love this pattern.I started it today with some Michaels silver yarn and it is going just as plan.
Good morning!
I made the “lovely leaf lace scarf”. I love the lace pattern so much I made a cowl using just the lace pattern. Can you suggest a stitch or a way to connect the two ends together make by the cowl/circle. Thank you I am a novice knitter and I’m sure you all would know a better way than I would.
Cheers
Aimee
Hello Aimee,
Thank you for writing! What a lovely Idea, I’m sure this is a beautiful cowl. I would recommend using this video tutorial to guide you as you seam up your new cowl.
Happy knitting!
-Marilla
I am pretty new to knitting and trying to figure out how many yards of a #4 weight yarn I would need. I have several skiens I think would look lovely, but I don’t want to start this pattern if I don’t have enough of each colour. And any advice on needle size for a #4 yarn?
Hello Deb,
Thank you for reaching out! I’m not sure exactly how much yarn you will need to complete this scarf using a #4 weight yarn, but if you have at least 880 yards you should be in good shape! You will need to cast on more stitches to get a width of 12″. I would reccomend knitting up a gauge swatch with a US8 needle to see how many stitches per inch and then use that number to get your cast on number.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Hello
I just fell in love with this pattern, but could you recommend a yarn to replace the 4 skeins of Purl Soho’s Lanecardate Feltro, 75% superfine wool, 25% Caregora angora. This color is Very Light Gray (Amur).
Hi Deb,
I am happy to help! I think that Super Soft Merino in Oyster Gray would be a good substitution for the original Feltro! The yardage is a bit lower and with that in mind, I would suggest purchasing 5 skeins!
Best,
Cassy
I’m excited to start this scarf but I ran into a bit of trouble when I started it and wanted to ask some advice. I cast on 31 stitches and purled the first row. However, when I got to the second row I couldn’t complete it as written and I’m wondering if I’m just not following the pattern correctly. How many times do you repeat the k2tog thru K5 sequence for the row? I came up 2 + but wasn’t able to complete the third repeat. What am I missing here? I really want to do this pattern. So I appreciate any support you can render here.
Thanks,
Liz
Hi Liz,
Thanks for reaching out, and I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with this row! You should be able to work the repeat three times, though on the last repeat, you will end with k3 instead of k5. If you are ending up significantly short of stitches, I would recommend checking that you are working the yarn overs correctly. When you see a yarn over in a pattern, the YO refers only to wrapping the yarn around the needle and does not include the following knit stitch. It’s not uncommon for some knitters to assume that the YO instruction includes a knit stitch since the yarn over isn’t completely formed until you knit the following stitch, but doing so will throw off your stitch count. If that doesn’t solve your problem, please feel free to send us a picture of your work at [email protected] and we will be happy to see if we can troubleshoot this for you!
Best,
Julianna
I have been struggling with this same issue and this finally explains the issue! thank you.
I have 4 skeins of super soft merino. I tried making the snowflake scarf but abandoned it because I didn’t enjoy the Rosette Stitch. I like the look of this one but with only 4 skeins (my color is no longer being sold so can’t buy more) and the curling, I’m worried the scarf will come out too narrow. Is there a different stitch that could be used instead of stockinette st to stop the curling? Or would that look odd with the leaf lace stitch? I am really excited to get started with this wool, but am stuck with what to do…
Any suggestions would be great.
Thank you!
Hello Sam,
Thank you for reaching out! I think that some light steam blocking will relax the fabric enough to prevent to much curling. If the curling is frustrating you, you could steam block chunks of your scarf as you knit it.
I hope this is helpful and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Do you have a chart for the lace section?
Hi Grace,
Thanks for writing in! Unfortunately, we don’t have a chart for this pattern – I’m so sorry about that! I will be sure to pass your request along to the design team!
Best,
Julianna
Just a short comment on your detailed answers to all the notes and questions you receive. They are fantastic.! I have been knitting over 50 years and love to do so, but no matter how much experience we have, sometimes we need a little help. Your replies are very kind, thorough and professional. Some of the guestions are very detailed, but your responses were very good and totally non judgemental.This is my first discovery of Purl Soho and I am very impressed! Thank you.
Hi Linda,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! We completely agree that there’s always something new to learn in knitting, no matter the experience of the knitter. We’re so glad to hear that you appreciate our help, and we encourage you to reach out to us if you have any questions of your own!
All the best,
Lili
Hi there, I just discovered your beautfiful patterns and have started this amazing scarf. I had a question, the pattern says to cast on 31 stiches. Should all rows have 31 stiches when done? or does the stitch count change? Thank you!
Melissa
Hi Melissa,
Thanks for writing in! The stitch count doesn’t change in this pattern, so you should always have 31 stitches at the end of each row!
All the best,
Lili