I need help: Scarfs

Neha smith wrote

on Oct 27, 2011 5:36 AM

What material is best used when making a scarf? I want one that's not too heavy and too thick yet still gives the one wearing it a warm felling. And what color you think is neutral other than black and white?

Hope you guys can help me. Thanks!

onecraftycathy wrote

on Oct 28, 2011 7:18 AM

With narrow scarves being so popular, I love using sock yarn because the scarf is almost weightless when complete and the varigated colors are fantastic.  I like using varigated yarn because it gives "pop" to the scarf without having to do intricate pattern stitches.  However, if the stitch pattern is the focus of your pattern, I would choose a solid color.  If you don't want a thick or heavy scarf, select a more open weave pattern or choose a finer yarn (#3 or less).  As far as other neutral colors, browns, tans, creams, grays, or varigated in these color ranges would work.  

wandnancy91 wrote

on Jul 16, 2012 8:19 PM

I second the motion to sock yarn. It's really convenient to use. Sure you'll love it.

DonnaP wrote

on Jul 17, 2012 11:48 AM

Alpaca yarn is light but very warm. Since I'm allergic to wool, I use a lot of alpaca and really love it. I also like a merino/silk blend DK weight that I get at my LYS.

I don't like bamboo unless it is blended with wool because it stretches so much.

I don't do neutrals very much, but grey is my neutral of choice. If I'm making a scarf for someone who tends to wear warmer colors, I'll stick to the brown/tan neutrals.

GrammaArizona wrote

on Jul 17, 2012 12:37 PM

I love Caron's Simply Soft.  It is lightweight, feels silky and soft and washes up beautifully in the washer and dryer.  You can use H,I,J,K hooks with this yarn.

Happy Hooking.

mcfrisch wrote

on Jul 17, 2012 2:34 PM

I agree with what others have suggested.  I like a lot of the MadelineTosh Light colors.  The texture is a little interesting and I love working with it.  I've also used Colinette Jitterbug in the color "bright charcoal" a few times.  I get compliments on my own scarf and I've made a few for others.  It has variegated coloring, but not too loud.  I wear that scarf when I need to pull in an odd color into my outfit.  Works every time.  These are just my two favorites - I like working with them and how they wear.

JoanneJ@5 wrote

on Jul 17, 2012 8:12 PM

Expensive yarn that youre just dying to have, it generally only takes 1 skein per scarf