• Home
  • Suggest A Craft
  • DIY Newsletter

Crochet

Patterns, projects and techniques

  • About CraftGossip
  • Our Network
    • Bath & Body Crafts
    • Candle Making Ideas
    • Crochet Ideas
    • Cross Stitch
    • Edible Crafts
    • Felting Patterns
    • Glass Art
    • Home & Garden Ideas
    • Indie Crafts
    • Jewelry Making
    • Kids Crafts
    • Knitting Patterns
    • Lesson Plans
    • Needlework
    • Party Ideas
    • Polymer Clay
    • Quilting Ideas
    • Recycled Crafts
    • Scrapbooking
    • Sewing Patterns
    • Card Making
    • DIY Weddings
    • Not Craft Ideas
  • Giveaways
  • Roundups
  • Store
  • Search

Leave It To The Finnish

November 19, 2011 by jd wolfe

I know almost nothing about Finland or its language.  I do know that the ‘language’ of crochet is international.  Even if we cannot read the pattern, and, sometimes, as in this case, even if there is not a charted design, we can often figure out the pattern.

This stunning scarf/shawl (ketjusilmukkahuivi) is an example of a simple, but very effective design.  I am amazed at its simplicity – all chains and single crochets – or chains and a stitch combination of one’s choice – to create the rail effect.  The fact that it’s a stash buster that uses up those partial skeins we all seem to accumulate make it that much more appealing to me.  No one who received this beauty as a gift would imagine that it was composed of ‘scraps’ of yarn left over from other projects.

On Ravelry, other interpretations of this scarf can be seen, including a very sophisticated two color version that is clearly NOT a scrap project.  I can’t wait to dig through my stash to assemble a collection of compatible colors to make my own interpretation.  While there is no pattern per se online, a quick use of the translator at Google and the excellent photography on the site of the magazine Ulla combine to make the construction of the scarf clear to me.

Ulla is a Finnish magazine written with patterns of volunteer contributors.  There is no English version of the magazine.  There is a Ravelry group dedicated to the magazine and there may be help available there if you run into a problem.  But, the pattern looks simple enough for me to feel confident that I can create my own version of it.  As always, I will credit the designer for my personal use of the pattern.  I remain in awe of the designer of this piece.  It’s totally inspiring!

Note:  Using a translating program, I was able to determine that at least part of the name of this scarf translates from Finnish to English as ‘Chain Bridge’.  Well named, wouldn’t you say?

«
»

Comments

  1. Linda says

    November 19, 2011 at 5:51 am

    Any links to photos, etc.?

  2. Karen Vradelis says

    November 19, 2011 at 6:18 am

    http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ketjusilmukkahuiviscarf

  3. Deborah says

    November 20, 2011 at 8:30 am

    Sure is pretty some of those things that someone just came up with in their head are the best I have even seen! thanks as always for all your great finds and for sharing them 🙂

  4. Christina says

    November 21, 2011 at 3:10 pm

    Well, not “Chain Bridge”… “Chain Stitch Scarf”. 🙂

    The pattern is here: http://www.ullaneule.net/0108/ohjeet_ketjusilmukkahuivi.html

    A quick translation would be… (note, I just did a fast translation, I didn’t check the pattern… but it seems pretty straight forward so it should work)

    Yarn: Novita Seitsemän Veljestä ( Novita Seven Brothers) yarn ends about 150g, or similar thickness of yarn (My note: hmm, it’s a yarn you could use for example to knit socks, if that helps…)
    Tools: Crochet hook, 3.5mm. Needle for finishing off the threads.
    Size: 175 x 26 cm

    Pattern:
    Crochet with chain (ch) stitches a 315 long chain. Cut off the thread and close the last stitch my pulling the thread through it. (For the lenght of the scarf you need a number of chains stitches that is dividable with 20 + 15 stitches.)

    Start a new chain by crocheting 15 ch. Count 15 stitches from the start of the first chain and crochet 5 double crochets (dc) in the first chain’s 16-20th stitch so that the group of five stitches connect the two chains. Continue in the same way: crochet always 15 ch and 5 dc, end with 15 ch. Cut off the thread and close the last stitch. The “ladder” made out of the two chains and the connecting double crochets form the center of the scarf. The chain stitches at the beginning and end form the fringe of the scarf.

    Continue now crocheting with new colors in the same way chain stitch – double crochet chains on both sides of the “ladder” until your scarf has enough width. Design the colors according to your own taste and what you have in your leftover yarn bag.

    End the threads in the fringes by threading them with a needle into the chain! Finish it off with a strong blocking in the direction of the length (or, if the yarn allows it, steaming).

  5. jd wolfe says

    November 21, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    Christina,
    Thanks so much for translating this wonderful pattern for us! I’m sure many of the blog readers will now be working up their own interpretation of this beautiful shawl.
    jd

Have you read?

Cute Donut Monkey Crochet Kit

I mean… who wouldn’t fall in love with a monkey hugging a donut? This Cute Donut Monkey Crochet Kit from HiCrochet might just be the most adorable thing I’ve seen all week. It’s sweet, silly, and totally irresistible. Whether you’re new to amigurumi or just love a good weekend project that makes you smile, this kit has everything you need to bring this donut-loving little monkey to life. The design is playful and full of personality—and let’s be honest, that donut accessory is a whole mood. 

This kit would make the cutest gift—either made up or as a DIY surprise for a crafty friend. It’s beginner-friendly, super fun to stitch, and the final result is something you’ll want to show off on every shelf (or maybe sneak into your snack drawer for fun). If you’re looking for a lighthearted project with maximum “aww” factor, this little donut monkey definitely delivers. Let me know if you make one—I’d love to see how yours turns out!

43+ Beautiful Baby Bibs To Crochet

Children’s Heart Sweater Crochet Pattern

 

More Articles

Afghans, Blankets & Throws amigurumi Baby Hat Baby Patterns Beanies Beginner Book Reviews CHRISTMAS Christmas Clothing Crochet Patterns Crochet Techniques & Ideas Free Crochet Patterns Granny Squares Halloween one skein Patterns Quick Scarfs shawls

RSS More Articles

  • Quick Tip: How to Keep Cross Stitch Fabric from Fraying
  • Cute Donut Monkey Crochet Kit
  • FREE Beautiful Mermaid Digital Stamp Download
  • Making Popsicle Stick Playing Cards – Surprisingly Fun and Totally Charming!
  • Book Review: Sewing Made Simple: Craft Your Own Clothes with Confidence
  • 12 Scrapbook Layouts with Lots of Layers
  • Cat Themed Learning Activities
  • The Panel Quilting Workshop: 12 Quick-and-Easy Quilting Ideas
  • DIY Beaded Garden Stakes
  • Free Jelly Fish Crochet Pattern

Copyright © 2025 · CraftGossip | Start Here | Contact Us | Link to Us | Your Editors | Privacy and affiliate policy