Description
This scarf is the perfect gift for the science lover in your life. A garter stitch border highlights the image of a double helix. Made in soft merino wool, the pattern is complicated enough to be fun without being taxing. If you want to make something larger, try the DNA Baby Blanket pattern.

Materials

Yarn: worsted weight, approximately 348 yards (318 meters).

Shown in: Malabrigo Worsted, colorway 007 Cadmium. Worsted weight, 100% hand dyed merino wool, 210 yards (192 meters). This pattern uses 2 skeins.

Needles: U.S. size 9 (5.50 mm) single pointed needles or the same size circulars of any length.

Gauge: 20 stitches and 28 rows of stockinette stitch, unblocked = 4 in x 4 in (10 cm x 10 cm).

Notions: Cable needle, tapestry needle, row counter, crochet hook: U.S. size J (6.0 mm).

Finished Measurements:
6 in x 84 in (15 cm x 213 cm) after blocking. This includes the fringe.