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# Lacy Triangle Scarf

A delightful triangular scarf featuring an easy lace pattern with airy chain spaces and trebles. Perfect for layering, this scarf works up quickly in DK weight yarn and creates a beautiful drape when blocked. The top-down construction allows you to easily adjust the size to your preference.

## Materials

**Yarn**: Approximately 400-500g of DK weight yarn
- Sample shown uses approximately 450g for a medium-sized scarf
- Choose a yarn that blocks well for best drape (wool, wool blends, or bamboo work beautifully)

**Hook**: 5.5mm (UK 5, US I/9)

**Notions**: 
- Stitch markers (optional but helpful for marking centre stitch)
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- Blocking pins and blocking mats

## Tension

16 tr and 8 rows = 10cm (4") in lace pattern after blocking

**Note**: Tension is not critical for this project, but will affect yardage and final size. A looser tension creates a more open fabric; tighter tension creates a denser fabric.

## Measurements

**Small**: 132cm (52") wingspan × 66cm (26") depth
**Medium**: 152cm (60") wingspan × 76cm (30") depth  
**Large**: 172cm (68") wingspan × 86cm (34") depth

Work approximately 45 rows for Small, 52 rows for Medium, or 60 rows for Large, or continue until desired size.

## Abbreviations (UK Terms)

- ch = chain
- ch-sp = chain space
- dc = double crochet (US single crochet)
- tr = treble crochet (US double crochet)
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- RS = right side
- rep = repeat
- ( ) = work instructions within parentheses as directed

## Special Stitches

**Shell**: (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) worked in same stitch or space

## Pattern Notes

- This scarf is worked from the centre top downward in rows, creating a triangle shape.
- The pattern increases by 4 stitches every row (2 stitches on each side).
- All rows are worked on the RS; chain 3 and turn at the end of each row.
- The ch-3 at the beginning of each row counts as 1 tr throughout.
- Mark the centre stitch if helpful to keep track of the spine increases.

## Instructions

**Foundation**: Ch 5.

**Row 1 (RS)**: Tr in 4th ch from hook (skipped ch count as first tr), tr in next ch, tr in last ch. Turn. 
[Stitch count: 5 sts including turning chain]

**Row 2**: Ch 3 (counts as tr here and throughout), 2 tr in base of ch-3, ch 1, tr in next tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr (centre spine increase made). Turn.
[Stitch count: 9 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Row 3**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, ch 1, tr in next tr, ch 1, skip 2 tr, tr in ch-1 sp, ch 1, tr in next tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.
[Stitch count: 13 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Row 4**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr; rep from * to last tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.
[Stitch count: 17 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Row 5**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr; rep from * to last tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.
[Stitch count: 21 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Row 6**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr; rep from * to centre ch-2 sp, ch 1, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, **ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr; rep from ** to last tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.
[Stitch count: 27 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Rows 7-10**: Rep Row 6.
[After Row 10: 43 sts + 1 ch-2 sp]

**Begin Lace Pattern**

**Row 11**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *[ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr] twice, ch 3, skip next 3 sts/sps, tr in next tr; rep from * to centre ch-2 sp, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, **[ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 3, skip next 3 sts/sps, tr in next tr; rep from ** to last 6 sts, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.

**Row 12**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *[ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, 5 tr in ch-3 sp, ch 1, skip next tr, tr in next tr; rep from * to centre ch-2 sp, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, **[ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, 5 tr in ch-3 sp, ch 1, skip next tr, tr in next tr; rep from ** to last 6 sts, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] twice, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.

**Row 13**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *[ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr] 3 times, ch 1, skip 2 tr, tr in next tr, ch 1, skip 2 tr, tr in next tr; rep from * to centre ch-2 sp, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] 3 times, ch 1, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, **[ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] 3 times, ch 1, skip 2 tr, tr in next tr, ch 1, skip 2 tr, tr in next tr; rep from ** to last 8 sts, [ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr] 3 times, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.

**Row 14**: Ch 3, 2 tr in base of ch-3, *[ch 1, skip next st or sp, tr in next tr]; rep from * to centre ch-2 sp, ch 1, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, **ch 1, skip next st, tr in next tr; rep from ** to last tr, ch 1, (2 tr, ch 2, 2 tr) in last tr. Turn.

**Rows 15-16**: Rep Row 14.

**Rows 17-52 (or desired length)**: Rep Rows 11-16.

For **Small size**, end after approximately Row 45.
For **Medium size**, end after approximately Row 52.
For **Large size**, end after approximately Row 60.

**Edging Row**: Ch 1, dc evenly across entire row, working (dc, ch 2, dc) in the centre ch-2 sp and 3 dc in the last tr. Fasten off.

[Math verification for Row 52: Starting with 5 sts, adding 4 sts per row for 51 rows: 5 + (51 × 4) = 209 sts plus centre ch-2 sp. This creates a triangle approximately 152cm wide.]

## Finishing

1. Weave in all ends securely with tapestry needle.

2. **Blocking** (essential for proper drape):
   - Soak the scarf in lukewarm water with a small amount of wool wash for 15-20 minutes.
   - Gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring). Roll in a towel to remove more moisture.
   - Pin the scarf out on blocking mats to measurements, creating a symmetrical triangle.
   - Pin the centre top point first, then pin out the two bottom points to create the wingspan.
   - Pin along all edges, gently stretching the chain spaces to open up the lace pattern.
   - Allow to dry completely (24-48 hours) before unpinning.

3. The scarf will have a beautiful drape and the lace pattern will be clearly visible after blocking.

## Design Notes

- To make the scarf larger or smaller, simply work more or fewer rows before the edging.
- Each 6-row repeat adds approximately 15cm (6") to the wingspan and 7.5cm (3") to the depth.
- This pattern uses approximately 80-90g of yarn per 10 rows worked.
- The scarf can be worn as a traditional triangle at the back, or folded and worn as a cowl.

## Care Instructions

Hand wash in cool water with wool wash. Lay flat to dry, gently reshaping. Light reblocking may be needed after washing to restore the original shape and drape.

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*Pattern designed for easy skill level. Suitable for adventurous beginners comfortable with basic stitches and following written patterns.*