Using 10 balls of Opal 4ply mini balls this scarf is a lot of fun to knit and really shows off the versatility of self-patterning sock yarn.

Usually seen in smooth stocking stitch, this self-patterning yarn can give the look of ‘fair isle’ or stranded colour work. As a 4ply self-patterning sock yarn this fake colour work works best across a small number of stitches… like a sock!

This scarf is knitted in garter stitch, where you knit every row, and across an increasing number of stitches. So, you get garter stitch bumps and as the colours are knitted across more stitches, the overall colour effect is more muddled.

This is a free pattern available in the shop and to download on our website.

You can buy individual mini balls here or choose one of our Mini Ball Bags. These handmade bags look amazing and there’s a new selection of mini balls inside them (now including one solid colour too).

And of course… check your stash!