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# The "Solstice" Boho Crossed-Stitch Scarf
**Difficulty Level:** Intermediate
**Date:** October 26, 2023

## Description
A textured, bohemian-style scarf featuring the Crossed Treble stitch. This pattern creates a woven, lattice-like fabric that drapes beautifully. The design is finished with long, luxurious tassels to complete the boho aesthetic.

## Finished Measurements
*   **Width:** 21.5 cm (approx. 8.5 inches)
*   **Length:** 180 cm (approx. 70 inches), excluding fringe.

## Materials & Tools
*   **Yarn:** Worsted / Aran weight yarn. Approximately 550 metres (600 yards).
    *   *Recommendation:* Use a wool/acrylic blend or cotton/acrylic blend for best stitch definition.
*   **Hook:** 5.5mm (US I/9) crochet hook.
*   **Notions:** Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, sharp scissors, measuring tape, 15cm piece of cardboard (for making fringe).

## Tension (Gauge)
14 stitches and 8 rows = 10 cm x 10 cm in Treble Crochet (tr) using a 5.5mm hook.
*It is essential to check your tension to ensure the scarf reaches the correct dimensions and has the intended drape.*

## Terminology & Abbreviations (UK English)
*   **beg:** beginning
*   **ch:** chain
*   **st(s):** stitch(es)
*   **tr:** treble crochet (Equivalent to US Double Crochet)
*   **Xtr:** crossed treble stitch (See Special Stitches)
*   **RS:** right side
*   **WS:** wrong side
*   **[]:** Stitch counts are listed in brackets at end of row.

### Special Stitches
**Xtr (Crossed Treble):** Skip the next stitch, work 1 tr into the following stitch. Work 1 tr into the stitch just skipped (working over the front of the first tr).

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## Pattern Instructions

### Foundation
Chain 32 loosely.

### Row 1 (Setup Row)
Work 1 tr into the 4th ch from hook (the first 3 ch count as the first tr). Work 1 tr into each remaining ch to the end. Turn.
*   *Validation: [Start: 32 ch - 3 skipped ch + 1 tr + 28 tr = 30 sts]*

### Row 2 (Texture Row - RS)
Ch 3 (counts as first tr here and throughout).
*Skip next st, 1 tr in next st, 1 tr in skipped st (one Xtr made)*.
Repeat from * to * until 1 st remains.
Work 1 tr in top of turning ch from previous row. Turn.
*   *Validation: [1 beg ch-3 + 14 Xtr groups (28 sts) + 1 end tr = 30 sts]*

### Row 3 (Plain Row - WS)
Ch 3 (counts as first tr).
Work 1 tr in each st across.
Work final tr in top of turning ch-3 from previous row. Turn.
*   *Validation: [1 beg ch-3 + 29 tr = 30 sts]*

### Row 4 through Row 144
Repeat **Row 2** and **Row 3** alternately until work measures approximately 180 cm, ending on a Row 3 (Plain Row) for symmetry.

### Final Row Check
Ensure you have exactly 30 stitches.
Fasten off yarn, leaving a 15 cm tail.

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## Finishing

### Blocking
For the "Boho" lace effect to open up, wet blocking is highly recommended.
1.  Soak the scarf in lukewarm water with a drop of wool wash for 15 minutes.
2.  Gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring). Roll in a towel to absorb moisture.
3.  Lay flat on blocking mats. Pin to 21.5 cm width and 180 cm length. Allow to dry completely.

### Fringe (The Boho Element)
1.  Wrap yarn around a 15 cm piece of cardboard approx. 60 times. Cut along one edge to create strands approx. 30 cm long.
2.  Hold 3 strands together and fold in half to form a loop.
3.  Insert your hook from the wrong side to the right side through the first stitch on the short edge of the scarf.
4.  Pull the yarn loop through the stitch.
5.  Pull the loose ends of the yarn through the loop and tighten gently (Lark's Head Knot).
6.  Repeat across both short ends of the scarf, placing a fringe in every other stitch (approx. 15 tassels per side).
7.  Trim fringe evenly to desired length (suggested 12-14 cm).

### Weaving
Weave in all remaining loose ends securely on the Wrong Side (WS) of the fabric.