As the Silverlode winds its way through the forest of Lothlórien, the melodious stream passes among many shapely trees. The Fellowship crosses this stream on their way into this hidden realm, and its waters wash away the weariness of their long journey. This juxtaposition between the water and the wood inspired this reversible scarf that is as relaxing to knit as it is enjoyable. The cables on the front resemble the twisting roots and branches of the forest, while the cables on the reverse imitate the flowing waters of a gentle brook.

Construction Notes
The Silverlode Scarf is worked sideways from point to point. It features an I-cord selvedge for neat finished edges and simple increases and decreases to achieve the gentle shaping.

Sizes
One size - customizable

Finished Measurements
Dark Green Sample
A - length - approximately 42in (106.5cm)
B - width - approximately 8in (10cm)

Red Sample
A - length - approximately 44.5in (113cm)
B - width - approximately 8.5in (21.5cm)

Gauge
The gauge for this pattern is not important for sizing, but I still recommend knitting a gauge swatch to help achieve a fabric you like.

Dark green sample uses sport weight yarn at a gauge of 36 sts X 24 rows over 4in (10cm) after blocking; it created a fabric with considerable drape, especially for cables.

Red sample uses DK weight yarn at a gauge of 29 sts X 24 rows over 4in (10cm) after blocking; it created a more structured fabric.

Yarn
Dark green sample uses
Refracted Light Fiber Arts - Gondolin Sport (328yds 300m, 100g)
1 skein - colorway “Peat”

Red sample uses
Refracted Light Fiber Arts - Eregion DK (122yds 112m, 50g)
2 skeins - colorway “Brick”

To substitute, use
Sport weight yarn - 240yds (210m)
DK weight yarn - 240yds (210m)

Note on yardage: if you modify the pattern to make a larger scarf, you will need more yarn than is listed here.

Needles
Needle sizes will vary widely from knitter to knitter. Recommended sizes are US 4-8 depending on your tension. Knitting a swatch will help you determine which needle size will work best for you.

I used a size US 4 (3.5mm) for the dark green sample and US 6 (4.0mm) for the red sample.

Notions
2 stitch markers (optional)
Tapestry needle
Blocking supplies (pins or wires)

This pattern has been test knit.

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