Racing Raindrops Scarf Using Rowan Fine Lace
The Design
When Karen brought the beginnings of this scarf to our design team, we all agreed the little beads looked like raindrops. Once the scarf is on, the beads almost look like they're chasing each other around, even while they add a bit of weight to the soft drape of this lace-weight scarf. Do you know the A. A. Milne poem, Waiting at the Window? It reads in part: "These are my two drops of rain / Waiting on the window-pane. I am waiting here to see / Which the winning one will be. . . . All the best and all the worst / Comes from which of them is first." A whimsical poem for a sweet accessory!
Rowan Fine Lace knits up into wonderfully soft and lightweight pieces, and this scarf is no exception. We offer this pattern in two sizes. They both have the same wingspan, but the larger scarf has a slightly longer back depth that adds more fullness. We love the delicate drape of this lace-weight version, and find that the beads add a comforting bit of weight to the hand as well as an elegant, sparkly accent. Once blocked, both scarves can be worn multiple ways, with long ties to knot, drape, or to pin. And both sizes have 120 sparkling raindrops!
If you’d rather knit this with a fingering-weight yarn, just see our project page for the Isager Alpaca Merino 2 version. You'll find everything you need for this project (including the pattern, if you don't already have it) above.
The Details
FINISHED SIZE
Approx. 76"/193cm across long straight edge; approx. 10 (18)"/25 (46)cm deep at the center, after blocking. Smaller size shown. (The only difference between sizes is the back depth.)
YARN
Shown in Color 933 Aged.
Smaller scarf: 1 skein Rowan Fine Lace (437 yds/400m).
Larger scarf (not shown): 2 skeins Rowan Fine Lace (437 yds/400m).
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
US 4 (3.5mm) needles, or size to obtain gauge.
One locking stitch marker. Darning needle to finish.
Approx. 130 size 6 seed beads.
US 12 (1mm) steel crochet hook.
GAUGE
Approx. 22 sts = 4"/10cm in texture pattern, before blocking.
Approx. 28 sts = 4"/10cm in texture pattern, after blocking.
Note: As you block texture ridges open, your stitch gauge will draw in.
KNITTER'S NOTES
We think you'll enjoy the easy-to-memorize texture repeat and the simple sideways construction.
Don't be intimidated by placing beads in your knitting! We have a photo tutorial on our Ravelry group that walks you through the easy steps for placing beads. You'll love the results.
Digital Racing Raindrops Scarf pattern. (Download)
Printed Racing Raindrops Scarf pattern. (Requires shipping.)
Steel Crochet Hook. Small enough to bring light-weight yarn through a size 6 seed bead.
Beads. Size 6 Mill Hill seed beads, more than enough for one scarf, in Color 16010 Raindrops.
COLOR: 928 Porcelaine. Creamy white.
COLOR: 922 Cobweb. Pale blue with a hint of lavender.
COLOR: 921 Antique. Vintage pink.
COLOR: 927 Era. Yummy plum.
COLOR: 926 Vintage. Pale fuchsia.
COLOR: 933 Aged. Teal blue.
COLOR: 934 Noir. Night black.
COLOR: 938 Revival. Dusty rose.
COLOR: 940 Sonata. Navy blue.
COLOR: 950 Pigeon. Soft grey.
COLOR: 944 White. Crisp, clean white.
COLOR: 920 Cameo. Peachy beige.
COLOR: 959 Pear. New spring leaf green.
COLOR: 957 Tangerine. Tropical, fruity orange.
COLOR: 956 Azalea. Soft pink, but bright enough to make a statement!
COLOR: 953 Ruby. Lovely cool toned red.
COLOR: 955 Mariana. Casual navy blue.
