Free Pattern Friday – Skill Builder Scarf

It’s Free Pattern Friday!

Smiling woman holding the Skill-Builder scarf crocheted in Dona yarn.

Today, the Skill-Builder scarf crocheted in Dona (pattern link here).

Whether you’re an advanced crocheter looking for a fun sampler, or a beginner (like me!) who wants to practice your technique, this scarf is for you!

Close of stitch panels in Skill-Builder Scarf crocheted in Dona yarn.

You’ll advance your way through airy lace and terrific textures, each bordered with a cute, thin stripe of the Thicket Stitch. Some techniques will include post stitching, shells, back loops, and even working backwards!

Closeup of Dona yarn balls.
Dona’s soft feel and smooth look are beyond compare.

For this pattern, Designer AJ McIntyre used our Fibra Natura Dona. It’s a 100% superwash extrafine merino with a high twist that gives amazing stitch definition. When so much of the design revolves around standout stitches, Dona is the perfect choice!

This pattern is exactly what I need. I want to learn to crochet better, but I keep back-burnering it because I haven’t found quite the perfect project. This sampler will keep me motivated to continue on and try new things in easily accomplished blocks – especially since the end result is so pretty. I can’t wait to start!

We hope you have a fantastic weekend, full of learning and love.

Happy crafting!
-Heather Hill