This post is for theadnostic.
Your scarf will tend to curl lengthwise and you will need to know how to "block" it. It's easy but I want to give you thorough instructions
You can wet the thing and gently squeeze out the excess water. Lay the scarf out on a clean, carpeted floor (or on a clean sheet on the floor), coax it into shape and let dry completely.
Or, you can use the steam from your iron. Lay the scarf on the floor or ironing board and steam the snot out of it (DO NOT PRESS--Hold the iron about an inch above it). The wool is very subservient when steamed and will obey you (which will appeal to you I'm sure). Let cool/dry completely.
I recommend hand washing. If you're daring, use the gentle wash cycle and dry as above. It's Superwash wool so it should be able to handle a washing machine.
Enjoy!
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Thanks for the tips. I'm in the throes of a scarf myself. I'm doing Danica from knitty.com. It was supposed to be for my boss but I'm holding judgement until I'm done. It is fun though. How's your Spark stuff going? I've kind of fallen off the wagon... ;)
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