Rising Steam Scarf

This double-knit scarf is inspired by the traditional Japanese Tatewaku (Rising Steam) motif. The continuous waves of rising steam are not only visually pleasing, but they capture the essence of Japan’s deep connection to nature.

The subtle yet elegant movement of steam is achieved by combining stitch increases and decreases. Such shaping techniques elevate colorwork’s possibility of expression.

This design was originally published by Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts - ancientartsfibre.com

SKILL LEVEL

Advanced

SKILLS NEEDED

Double knitting in 2 colors, increases (M1L / M1R) and decreases (k2tog / ssk)

SIZES

Skinny, Wide

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Skinny: Approx. 3 ¾” x 70” (9.5cm x 175cm)

Wide: Approx. 7 ½” x 70” ( 19cm x 175cm)

YARN

DK weight yarn in 2 contrasting colors (Light Color, and Dark Color)

SAMPLE SHOWN IN

Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts Lascaux DK (25% Manx Loaghtan Wool/75% Punta Arenas Wool, 100g/3.5oz, 250m/273yds)

Skinny: 1 skein each of Rill (A) and Just Before Midnight (B)

Wide: 2 skeins each of Scent and Sensibility (A) and Beaujolais de Chenas (B)

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS

US #3 (3.25 mm) straight needles, or size to obtain gauge. Tapestry needle and scissors

GAUGE

22 sts and 28 rows per 4” (10cm) in double knitting pattern after blocking