Theodore by Ann Thompson

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
                --Theodore Roosevelt

I made this scarf for my husband (whose favorite president is T.R.) after the yarn had been sitting in stash for more than a year. I wanted to design something simple and classic. The pattern may appear understated, but the stitch definition is surprisingly squishy, and the alpaca gives it a deceptive warmth and softness for harsh winters. As luck would have it, D.C. experienced one of the mildest winters yet…but he’ll be ready for next year.

Sizes

One size, measures 10” x 66” after blocking.

Yarn

Joseph Galler Superfine Prime Alpaca (100% alpaca; 665 yards[608 m] / 8 oz): Natural, 2 hanks. Yarn is held doubled throughout pattern.

Needles

US #5 (3.75 mm): 9” straight (minimum) or 24” (minimum) circular

Gauge

28 sts and 16 rows = 4” (10 cm) in patt st after blocking.
22 sts and 24 rows = 4” (10 cm) in st st after blocking.

Notions

Stitch markers (optional)