On a recent trip to the Scottish Highlands, my husband and I hiked to the lookout at the top of Struie Hill. Bordered by rolling slopes of purple heather and feathery ferns, the rocky path led to a breathtaking view of Dornoch Firth. This scarf reminds me of that wonderful view: the winding path, the purple sides of Struie Hill, and the jewel-like waters of Dornoch Firth, home to salmon, seals, and even dolphins!

This scarf starts and ends with 4 stitches fewer than the repeating pattern calls for to help keep the ends from flaring. The increases and decreases used to accomplish this are worked in the first and last repeats. Otherwise, the body of the scarf consists of only one repeating pattern that is bordered by garter stitch on either side. When changing colors it is a good idea to carry the old color up the back or side as you go (unless you like weaving in a million ends!). Instructions for carrying yarn up the back or side can be found in the pattern notes.

Colors: Tormenta and Cloud Sunshine. (one skein each)

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