Knitted Infinity Scarves

I've said it before and I'll say it again....infinity scarves are a HOT item right now. 

In fact I'm surprised it took us all so long to catch on; living through a Canadian winter you practically wrap a sleeping bag around your head to keep warm...(not really) but a circular scarf with no end that you wrap and wrap...with no ends flapping around...genius!!

I have an Etsy Shop WonderbunnieDesigns, and I have had a heck of a time

keeping it stocked with scarves.

They are all knitted by me, with two types of yarn knitted together. That gives more oomph and  'oooh' factor. Cozy and warm; you can loop it once, or twice around - it can go up to your ears if you like.

Care is simply wash by hand, mild detergent and lay flat to dry.

Like any natural fiber, if it stretches out, simply wash, lay it flat, and stretch it back to it's shape whilst drying.

Here are some designs I have made, some are in the shop and some sell out as quick as I post them!

"Purple Multi Mix" indoors lighting

"Purple Multi Mix"

"Autumn Mix" Brown & Multi mix

"Purple Multi Mix"

"Not So Plain Jane" Chocolate Brown. Goes with Everything!

"Not so Plain Janes" are also available in: Rich Purple, Soft Bright Yellow, Blackest Black, Navy, White, Medium Orange, Dark Green, Soft Pink and Hot Pink (shown), Dark Chocolate Brown (shown) and Cranberry (shown).

,

Hot Pink "Not so Plain Jane"

"Natural Blends" Barley & Taupe

"Natural Blend"

"Barley Brown" Chocolate and Variegated Barley/Natural

"Barley Brown"

"Northern Lights" Gorgeous Blues, purples, greens mix with navy blue.

"Northern Lights"

"Stormy" Silver metallic blend with deep green, sea blues, dark blue

"Stormy"

 

"Winter Wheat" Taupe & Off white

Close up of "Winter Wheat"

"Sequin Green Mix"

"Sequin Green Mix" dark green yarn & multi

More to come... Keep an eye on the Etsy shop!

Follow my blog with Bloglovin

Easy Cotton Infinity Scarf...and a tutorial!

They're everywhere.

Infinity scarves. Don't resist. You can't resist. You really shouldn't anyway.

As a former fashion consultant; let me tell ya. A scarf can really update your outfit, make a statement, and change your look in one of the easiest possible ways.

Check it out.

A simple 3/4 sleeve T is instantly updated.

As you prolly already know...I am in LOVE with the "Outlander" TV series.

It inspired me to knit up some infinity scarves like a maniac recently.

See? Look how happy wearing a scarf makes you.

You can see the post and mini-tutorial Here; or visit my Etsy shop Here.

But indoors it's sometimes too warm to wear a bulky knit; or you want something a little less...well, knitted.

So here's the solution - you'll see these everywhere in Blogland & also in the malls.

A super light, easy wear scarf, that still does the job of keeping you cozy.

You can use any light weight fabric you like; I recommend voile, cotton or lawn, or anything else you'd prefer. You could even use several kinds, get creative...make a patchwork scarf!

I chose two contrasting prints of fine Indian cotton.

1. Choose two fabrics.

2. Cut one of each fabric - 9 inch by 72 inches.

3. Placing RIGHT sides together; sew using a 1/4 seam along both sides. Sew one end closed, and stopping the seam one inch from the top on both sides of the other end.

4.  Press seams, then turn scarf right-side-out.

5.  Press seams flat; insert a long knitting needle, or coat hanger, or dowel rod or whatever else you have on hand ( I used my long Omnigrid Ruler)  to get that side seam nice and crisp.

Turn the scarf back right sides out.

"Pinch" the edges of the scarf tightly so you can get a crisp edge.

6. Once you've gotten nice crisp edges; on your flat surface, either iron down or finger press down a half inch hem on the ends you left open. Do this by folding down one edge and folding down the other, pressing overtop to ensure they are the same. You're going to tuck in the sewn closed end into your open end.

7. Fold the scarf in half, tucking the sewn closed end into the open end flap. Pin in place.

The pattern makes it hard to see; so I wrote on the photo for ya.

8. You can either whipstich the end closed or what I did - which is sew a narrow topstitch to close and then do a decorative stitch overtop.

Et voila! Your scarf is pret a porter and loops well; two or even three times!

Two loop!

Three Loop!

Now go! 

Go and accessorize! 

Outlander Knits - Easy Tutorial!

I love to read.
One series I have loved loved LOVED for years is Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" series.

 When I was a kid, I spent my summers at the library, scouring the aisles for new stories and characters to take me away.... and as an adult I *still* love to read; however when I'm sewing, it's easier to listen to audiobooks.

And one series I have loved loved LOVED for years is Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" series.

Ahhh Scotsmen. Kilts. Bodice Ripping. Time Travel. Romance. Intrigue. History. A great mix.

And now, it's been brought to life in a great TV series, and in my humble opinion, they've done a great job of it all. From casting to locations to costuming. It's perfect.

And one thing I always notice are the costuming accessories...and in Outlander, I was not disappointed.  Oh my. Love them all.

The scarves! The knits! The shawls!

SO I was inspired to knit. And I like to knit, but I like easy and quick projects.

So here's my take on the current "Infinity Scarf/Cowl" trend; which is fashionable AND practical, especially if you live in a colder region like I do.

Here's some of my Outlander Tributes.

These are all on my Etsy shop.

 

 

Want your own Quick-Knit Cowl/Infinity Scarf? 

Here's how.

 

For a skinny scarf; about 6 inches wide and 24 inches long (48 inches circumference)

 2 balls 100g /3.5oz

For wider scarf, 12 inches wide same length

4 balls 100g/3.5 oz

Shown here with Isaac Mizrahi yarn & Loops & Threads Charisma.

I used several types; Bernat Softee Chunky, Loops & Threads Charisma to name a few.

 

 

1. Using HUGE 15mm needles; cast on two strands of the yarn you are using, 85 stitches.

 

2.Straight knit for approx 12 -15 rows for a narrower scarf. Straight knit approx 25 rows for wider scarf. Bind off when desired width is met.

3.Join ends by sewing together, using the 'tail' of the casting on or using the binding off tail.

Couldn't be easier!!

You can get fancy if you like, knit & purl for varying textures.

 Yes, you can use circular needles; then no need to join the ends. 

It all depends what you personally prefer.

 

 

And now for your Sunday viewing pleasure; may I present Jamie Fraser, Lord of Lallybroch.

Brooding Scotsman, on the Moor. Yum.

Firelit Yum.

Yum on a horse.