Metallicar Illusion Scarf Pattern

I've teased about this for long enough. And here it is. The Metallicar Illusion Scarf Pattern in all it's Supernatural glory. If you do make this pattern, I would love to see pictures of you modeling the scarf. And yes, three are in the process of being made for Eric Kripke, Jensen Ackles, and Jared Padalecki.

Click here to download a PDF version of this pattern including written instructions.

Click here to download a PDF version of the chart only.

For personal use only. Please feel free to modify this pattern, as long as source credit is given.

The pattern is based on the Supernatural Impala Dish Cloth by Concetta Phillipps. Original pattern modified with permission.

Samples pictured below were knitted on US Size 6 needles using Caron One Pound of Yarn (one skein black, one skein white). Approximately half the skeins are used. Finished dimensions are 114” long by 12.5” wide including fringe.

Gauge: 16 stitches and 26 rows per 4 inches

Materials used:
1/2 Skein Caron One Pound of Yarn (Black) or 413 yards of worsted weight yarn of choice
1/2 Skein Caron One Pound of Yarn (White) or 413 yards of worsted weight yarn of choice
#6 US/4mm knitting needles
#F/5 (3.75mm) crochet hook
Blunt eyed needle

Note - Since the colors repeat every two rows, do not cut the yarn when it is time to change color. Carry up the new color behind the strand of the color on the needle. It will form a decorative edge and save you the trouble of weaving in ends. Be careful not to pull too tightly or one side of the scarf will pucker.

Abbreviations used in this pattern:
CO = Cast on
K = Knit
P = Purl
BO = Bind off

CO 50 stitches in Black
Row 1 - K50 [RS] Black
Row 2 - P50 [WS] Black
Rows 3 - 4 - K50 White
Row 5 - 8 - Repeat Rows 1 - 4
Row 9 - K50 Black
Row 10 - P9, K5, P17, K5, P14 Black
Row 11 - K50 White
Row 12 - K9, P5, K17,P5, K14 White
Row 13 - K50 Black
Row 14 - P8, K3, P1, K3, P15, K3, P1, K3, P13 Black
Row 15 - K50 White
Row 16 - K8, P3, K1, P3, K15, P3, K1, P3, K13 White
Row 17 - K50 Black
Row 18 - P4, K3, P1, K3, P1, K3, P1, K13, P1, K3, P1, K3, P1, K5, P7 Black
Row 19 - K50 White
Row 20 - K4, P3, K1, P3, K1, P3, K1, P13, K1, P3, K1, P3, K1, P5, K7 White
Row 21 - K50 Black
Row 22 - P4, K4, P1 K5, P1, K15, P1, K5, P1, K8, P5 Black
Row 23 - K50 White
Row 24 - K4, P4, K1, P5, K1, P15, K1, P5, K1, P8, K5 White
Row 25 - K50 Black
Row 26 - P4, K42, P4 Black
Row 27 - K50 White
Row 28 - K4, P42, K4 White
Row 29 - K50 Black
Row 30 - P5, K40, P5 Black
Row 31 - K50 White
Row 32 - K5, P40, K5 White
Row 33 - K50 Black
Row 34 - P6, K12, P14, K11, P7 Black
Row 35 - K50 White
Row 36 - K6, P12, K14, P11, K7 White
Row 37 - K50 Black
Row 38 - P17, K3, P10, K5, P15 Black
Row 39 - K50 White
Row 40 - K17, P3, K10, P5, K15 White
Row 41 - K50 Black
Row 42 - P18, K15, P17 Black
Row 43 - K50 White
Row 44 - K18, P15, K17 White
Rows 45 - 528 - Repeat Rows 1 - 44 eleven times.
Row 529 - 532 - Repeat Rows 1 - 4
Row 533 - 534 - Repeat Rows 1 - 2

BO all stitches.

Weave in ends using a blunt eyed needle.

For fringe, cut sixty-six 20 inch strands in each color. Starting at the first stitch, attach every other stitch by pulling 3 strands through using a crochet hook.

Finished Objects!

I finished two scarves today. And by finished I mean that I had finished the actual knitting about a week or two ago. I had the chance to add the fringe today. So without further ado, I present -

The Alien Illusion Scarf in Green





The Metallicar Illusion Scarf (pattern to be posted soon)







And because didn't have time to post them earlier, my Dragon*con 2008 projects

Gift Card Pouch (pattern to be posted soon)


Wolf Ears and Tail

More updates

I finished the ears. When I have a chance, I'll post a picture of me modeling them. Right now you'll just have to use your imagination. But here's what they look like.



I also have added more to the Metallicar Illusion Scarf. There are now 7 cars in it. I'm going to measure at 12 completed, and decide if it should be longer or not.





My cat Xena had to check out the quality of the work.



Don't worry, it passed inspection.

And I have started a scarf for my uncle. Actually, he's my mom's cousin, but for some reason, I was taught to call him uncle. It's based off the Mudflap Girl pattern that can be found in Stitch 'N Bitch Nation





All in all, not bad output for a week.

Picture updates

And here are the promised picture updates.

Two aliens observing earthlings.


They realized they were being observed in turn and cloaked themselves.


Why did the aliens leave? Because Dean and Sam came by in the Metallicar.


And here's what the scarf looks like from the hidden angle.



One wing, so I can only fly around in circles. The pattern isn't really visible both due to the camera and the fact that it's harder to see using the chenille yarn.


And here's both wings. They still need to be blocked so they won't be so curly and have the armature added so they will be stiff on the shoulders.


My what big ears you have...


The better to hear you with, my dear.


No, this isn't a black, fuzzy banana. It's the completed wolf's tail. As soon as I can find a good set of mirrors or someone to take a picture, I'll post me wearing it.

Projects updates

I have begun making a pair of Allete Wings yesterday. As of right now, I have one wing done. This pattern has been an exercise in frustration because I changed the yarn over to Lion Brand's Chenille Thick 'n Quick solid in black, but didn't change the size of the needles. So I've had to be super careful with accidentally adding and dropping stitches. But I like how the wings are coming out. The feathers have a velvety feel, and their pattern is subtle. I'm putting this project on high priority so I can have it done for Dragon*Con.

The ears and tail are coming along. The tail is folded in half and sewn, and just needs to be stuffed. I'm debating on adding an armature so it curves slightly instead of hanging straight. It would also add some support for the belt hook. The ears need to be sewn together and attached to the headband. I'm still determining the best way to do that.

The Alien Illusion Scarf I'm doing on commission now has two heads done. It's not as time critical at the moment, though I do want to finish it since I have two other scarves in the pipeline that need to be done. I will pick that one up as soon as I have the wings done.

And my Metallicar Illusion Scarf is also coming along. Two cars are done, and I'm trying to decide how long I want it to be. I have a feeling it's when I feel I've reached the end, I cast off and fringe it. Once I'm certain there's no changes I want to make to the pattern, I will be posting it here.

I have two other illusion scarves I'm working up a pattern for. One is for my mom's cousin based on the Mud Flap Girl Tank found in Stich 'n Bitch Nation. The other one is a cat pattern that I'm working up and have to test.

All in all, I've been productive.