The Wyoming Special Olympics colors for 2016 were Purple and Black. I thought the Houndstooth pattern would be a great way to show of the contrasting colors. As pretty as it looks, I thought it would be difficult, but it was actually quite easy and the rows stitched up quickly. All you really need to think is 1-2-1-2-1-2.....easy.
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Houndstooth Pattern Scarf for
Special Olympics Scarf Project
(Wyoming 2016)
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* To make a scarf using this pattern, it is best to use two contrasting colors to make the pattern pop, preferably one light and one dark.
Pattern
>> Starting Chain:
Chain stitch to desired length that is a multiple of 2 +1 with color A.
>> Row 1:
Sc in 2nd ch from hook,
*Dc in next ch, Sc in next ch.
Repeat from * to end.
Change yarn to color B.
>> Row 2:
Using color B, Ch 2 (counts as Dc) then turn.
**Sc in next Dc, Dc in next Sc.
Repeat from ** to end.
Change yarn to color A.
>> Row 3:
Using color A, Ch 1 (counts as Sc) then turn.
*Dc in next ch, Sc in next ch.
Repeat from * to end. Change yarn to color B.
>> Repeat rows 2 and 3 until desired width.
Weave in ends unless adding fringe.
Optional Fringe
Count number of rows of each color, multiply by 6 to determine total number of strands needed.
Cut 6 1/2" strands of yarn for total number of strands.
Take 3 strands of corresponding color to each row. Fold strands as a bundle in half.
Using crochet hook, draw bundle through the row end loop.
Pull ends through the loop to secure fringe.
Other Ideas
This pattern can be adapted to a lab blanket.
School colors make a nice combination for this pattern.
Fringe colors can be mixed or alternating.
I hope you enjoy this pattern as much as I do!
~ maria
Ephesians 1:14
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