Fleece backing on a scarf

#1

Does anybody know how to sew a fleece backing on a scarf done in stockinette stitch. I recently bought a skein of camoflauge yarn that looks best done in stockinette stitch. The yarn is washable wool and I’m going up two needle sizes.

#2

I’ve been thinking of doing a scarf in the round as a tube. You could put the fleece in the center and sew it in as you closed the ends of the tube.

Random thought lets see some other ideas.

#3

Hey Chris,

Thanks for the suggestion. I never would have thought of that. I know that stockinette stitch curls, so I thought about going up in needle size for less tension. If I backed the scarf with polar fleece, it might have enough stiffness to prevent further curling. I thought about cutting a piece of fleece just shy of the edge stitch and then sewing it in place. This will probably create a ridge, but that’s allright. I guess I’ll make a swatch first before committing to an entire scarf. I do like the inside lining idea for extra warmth tho. Hmmm…

#4

If you do a lined tube you have the benefit of being able to use a larger needle and looser knit, camo on both sides and still have a wind resistant warm scarf.

Lets see pictures of the progress.