Finally, a finished Manos del Uruguay scarf with my own made up pattern; a variation of a Herringbone Rib stitch. My thoughts:
1. Manos is generally a pleasure to work with although this skein had a fair amount of thin bits compared to its usual thick and thin style.
2. There are huge variations within the same colourway, making it difficult to order online. I ordered colourway #113 – wild flowers – and it was markedly darker than the #113 I’ve seen in others’ projects.
3. Manos can be a dirty yarn that benefits from a soak before blocking.
4. It grows and softens during blocking.
5. The Herringbone Rib stitch shows off the variegation nicely, and although different on each side, each side is nice looking. I would call it an acceptable reversible scarf stitch. I’ve had many requests for the pattern, so I’ll try and write it up in the New Year.
6. I found it an easier, faster knit than the Herringbone stitch of "My So-Called Scarf," often seen online (link on my sidebar).
Oh no, my stash is now Manos-less! Have to work on that one.
Some of us are going to attempt a New Year’s trip to B’Ham, our family tradition. As the kids have gotten older not everyone comes along, but I’m not ready to give it up as it’s usually a wonderful time celebrating with Seattle friends and fellow knitters. It does seem a bit overwhelming given my becrutched state. My motivation is a visit to Bellingham’s newest yarn shop, Marilyn’s. Too bad they don’t carry Manos.
Happy New Year!
Life's a Stitch 
35 responses to “Man Oh Manos”
LOVE the scarf its so cute and the pattern is simple yet so interesting! I love it! The colors are amazing it looks so soft and comfy.
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Thanks for the link to the new yarn shop! We’re going up to Bellingham tomorrow – my son in Florida sent us gift certificates to Bellis Fair. Looks like this is not too far away – maybe I can convince my husband to make a little side trip.
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Nice looking scarf. Definitely will be on my “to do” list of things to knit with leftover balls of yarn.
Guess what I did today? Was so inspired by your duck for Christmas that I revolted against the “pork for New Year” rule and bought duck!
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This is the scarf! LOVE the color, and the pattern – are you going to publish it? I’d like to give it a try….
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Wow! That is a seriously beautiful scarf! I just started a sweater sleeve with some manos and was waffling because I didn’t like how it felt. Now I think I’ll just carry on!
Happy new Year!
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Have a safe and wonderful trip. Just don’t trip while you’re on your trip! Aren’t I just a trip?
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Wow! That is just gorgeous! Count me in those who will be anxiously awaiting your pattern.
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Li, that is so pretty! I really like the way both sides look! Have a fun trip and Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year! The scarf is beautiful, I look forward to seeing the pattern posted.
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I just bought some Manos to make the ‘my so called scarf’ pattern – but yours is more appealing to me – can’t wait til you post the pattern! Thanks!
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your made-up pattern is gorgeous. cheers! happy new year!
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Gorgeous scarf! It shows the colorway beautifully!
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Love the scarf, would really like to try it. Hope you can post the pattern soon or the basics – I’m trying to figure it out myself!
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Hi Li, I thought I posted my message about your beautiful Herringbone Rib scarf, but I don’t see it. Just wanted to let you know that I too can’t wait for you to post the pattern. Marg
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I love this scarf, and I have some Manos, you wouldn’t mind sending me the pattern, would you?
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Great pattern! Would love to make it. I’d love to have the pattern. Thank you.
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Love the scarf. Would like the pattern. Thanks!
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Your blog is great. I would love to have the scarf pattern. Thank you so much for sharing.
-Mary
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I love this!! Can you send me the pattern? Thank you so much!
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Your scarf is sooo beautiful. I too would love to have this pattern to add to my WIPs! Thanks so much for sharing!
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Wow! That’s a great pattern! Thanks for posting it, and giving me some ideas. And thanks for the close up of your finished object. Yeah!
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What a gorgeous scarf. I’d love the pattern, too. Thanks for sharing.
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I love your scarf! i’ve made the “so called scarf” and was looking for something different using manos. I would LOVE your pattern!
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I “accidently” surfed onto your blog… I am looking forward to reading more… You pattern for Manos del Uruguay scarf would be much appreciated on this side of the world, too…Beautiful work!
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That’s a great-looking scarf! I’d love the pattern to use with some recently binged-upon variegated yarn.
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Great scarf! I would love the pattern to knit with the raspberry yarn from Manos my sister bought for me to knit:) Thanks.
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Hello
Would you send me a copy of the Herringbone Rib Scarf pattern?
Thank you
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Such a beautiful scarf, are you willing to share the pattern? Now that I’ve seen this one I don’t think I can settle for another!
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Could you please send me a copy of your scarf pattern please. Love the site. Fit too busting as we say in Scotland.
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That is a really unique pattern to use with the Manos yarn. I would love to try it out for someone’s Christmas present.
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I would like to make this beautiful scarf for my daughter who is in college in Minnesota and freezing.Can you send me the pattern?
Thanks!
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What a great scarf – just what I am looking for the Manos wool I just bought – please send me the pattern.
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Hi! I was searching for scarf patterns on the internet and I found this one here and I absolutely love it! I’m from Chile and I would really really appreciate if you could send me the pattern, please? please? please?
Great job! Hope I can make something remotely similar to yours =)
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Wonderful scarf. Would love to make it for my daughter if you’ll be so kind as to email the patterns.
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Hello-
I’d love a copy of your herringbone pattern!
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