Berroco Aini Scarf Crochet Pattern

Berroco Aini Crochet Scarf

What is Being Made

The Aini is a long, elegant scarf designed by Brenda York, measuring approximately 12 inches wide by 80 inches long (not including fringe). This is a versatile accessory piece suitable for everyday wear, crafted to an easy skill level that makes it accessible to beginners and experienced makers alike.

Craft and Construction Method

This scarf is created using a combination of knitting and crochet techniques, worked flat from end to end. The primary construction uses knitting needles, with crochet elements incorporated into the design. The piece is worked in a flat panel construction, allowing for straightforward row-by-row progress without the need for shaping or complex increases and decreases.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Aini features two primary stitch patterns that create visual interest and texture:

• Pattern Stitch: A multiple of 9 stitches plus 2, worked over single rows. Row 1 (right side) is worked in knit, while subsequent rows alternate between knit and purl stitches with yarn overs and decreases to create openwork effects.
• Lace Pattern: Also a multiple of 9 stitches plus 2, worked over 6 rows. This pattern incorporates yarn overs combined with knit-two-together and purl-two-together decreases on alternating rows, creating a delicate, openwork aesthetic that allows the striped colorwork to show through.

Techniques Used

The scarf employs horizontal striping as its primary design technique, with two distinct stripe sequences that repeat throughout the project. This creates a rhythmic color pattern that adds depth and visual movement to the finished piece.

• Stripe Sequence 1: A 42-row repeat consisting of 2 rows in Amber, 6 rows in Lapis, 2 rows in Diamond, 14 rows in Tourmaline, 2 rows in Moonstone, 2 rows in Tourmaline, 8 rows in Diamond, 4 rows in Amber, and 2 rows in Lapis.
• Stripe Sequence 2: A 42-row repeat consisting of 2 rows in Lapis, 4 rows in Amber, 8 rows in Diamond, 2 rows in Tourmaline, 2 rows in Moonstone, 14 rows in Tourmaline, 2 rows in Diamond, 6 rows in Lapis, and 2 rows in Amber.

The alternating stripe sequences create a balanced, symmetrical appearance while maintaining color interest throughout the length of the scarf.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

This pattern calls for Berroco Ginkgo yarn, a fingering-weight yarn supplied in 50-gram balls. The color palette includes five distinct shades:

• 4 balls of #9607 Moonstone (main color)
• 2 balls of #9615 Tourmaline (contrast color 1)
• 1 ball of #9636 Amber (contrast color 2)
• 1 ball of #9663 Lapis (contrast color 3)
• 1 ball of #9602 Diamond (contrast color 4)

The total yardage and fiber content specifications are determined by the Berroco Ginkgo yarn characteristics as listed in Berroco Booklet #376.

Tools and Gauge

Construction requires straight knitting needles in size 8 (5.00 mm) and a crochet hook in size 6.00 mm (J). The recommended gauge is 18 stitches and 25 rows over 4 inches in the pattern stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished scarf meets the specified dimensions and drapes appropriately.

Pattern designed by Brenda York and published by Berroco, Inc. Copyright 2016.