This simple scarf has an easy to remember knit and purl combination, like a form of macro ribbing. It quickly creates a warm, almost dual tubular fabric, which turns on itself.

Gauge does not apply here. The more stitches you have the wider your ‘tubes’ will be. I usually use 12 or 18 stitches depending on the size of the needles. It takes a few inches for the scarf to take on it’s dual tube look, it’s shape will slowly change as you work on it.

For the pictured purple scarf I used 30 sts on size 13 needles, with two strands of yarn at once.

Traditional Mutiny
CO an even number of sts. Remember how many you have and occasionally check that the number hasn’t changed.

Knit the first half of the row, purl the second half. Do this for the entire length of the scarf and BO when you feel like it.

You’ve just committed Mutiny.

Over the years I’ve experimented with different fabrics and techniques, and come across two in particular that work for me.

• Improvised Sock Bandage
• Custom Knit Bandage

Socks, or heavy denier stockings, can make great bandages when you’re in a hurry. I recommend cotton, especially pima, as the smoother fabric will leave less lint in wounds.

Knit bandages can be fun because you choose the yarn, color, etc. These are often very simple to make, from a knitter’s perspective, and also very easy for people who are just learning. While wearing these people frequently tell me they look cool, and ask where I bought them. It’s a nice change from having the wounds sneered at! I’ll cover both techniques with pictures and full explanations in upcoming posts.

Do you use bandages for your eczema? What kinds have worked for you?