The simplest of patterns, Scotch Cove uses a short sequence of knits and purls, repeated over long rows, to build a surprisingly complex fabric. The right side shows pleasing horizontal and vertical stripes, while the reverse is tweedier, flecked, almost woven in appearance. The shifting colour of the gradient yarn adds to the richness of the finished fabric, while the slightly pleated effect gives the scarf a satisfying bounce.

Finished Measurements:
Width: 8.75 inches/22 cm
Length: 73 inches/185 cm

Yarn:
Gobsmacked Merino Fingering 100% superwash merino; 395 yd/ 361 m per 100g skein
MC: Courage My Love (1 gradient)
CC: Grounded (1 tonal skein)

Yarn Characteristics:
To achieve the rich subtle effect of the scarf as shown, find a gradient that you love and then combine it with a semi-solid or tonal CC that is similar in hue to one end of the gradient. In this case, the pink-to-brown gradient contrasts with the brown of the CC at one end and melds with it at the other. Choosing colour ways that are similar in value (both light, both medium, or both dark) also helps build a quiet but complex fabric.

Construction method:
This scarf is knit flat, from side to side.

Adjusting length:
Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 1. Adjust the width by changing the number of pattern repeats. Each pattern repeat adds approximately 1 inch/2.5 cm. End with row 2 of the pattern and enough MC yarn to work the bind off.