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Mirror Image Scarves includes 8 symmetrical scarves designed using the mirror image technique. The scarves are crocheted in rows, in two parts. The first part works on one side of the starting chain and the second part works on the bottom edge of the starting chain. The finished result is a pretty mirror image scarf.

Title: Mirror Image Scarves
Author: Ruthie Marks
Publisher: Leisure Arts, Inc., 2016
ISBN: 978-1-4647-5452-4
Photographer: Jason Masters

Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts

Mirror Image Scarves Review

The eight designs included in Mirror Image Scarves are all listed as EASY difficulty level patterns.

The scarves are built up around the starting chain in different ways. Some are very structured and include more solid style arches, clusters and shells, while others are more lacy and include picots and chains.

Each pattern is worked back and forth in rows, in two parts. The first part is crocheted immediately after completing the starting chain row and then once it is complete, you finish off and rejoin on the opposite side of the chain row to create the mirror image of the scarf. This creates a pretty and symmetrical scarf design.

Most of the scarves were designed to be crocheted with medium weight [4] yarn. Two patterns were included using Bulky Weight Yarn [5] and one pattern was included using Super Bulky Weight [6] yarn.

The patterns included are:

  • Borders – EASY – Medium Weight [4] Yarn and a 5.5 mm (I) hook. Size: 5.5 ” x 74 “
  • Maritime – EASY – Medium Weight [4] Yarn and a 5 mm (H) hook. Size: 6.25 ” x 61.5 “
  • Arches – EASY – Medium Weight [4] Yarn and a 5.5 mm (I) hook. Size: 5 ” x 62.25 “
  • Filigree – EASY – Super Bulky Weight [6] Yarn and a 8 mm (L) hook. Size: 7.5 ” x 64.5 “
  • Scallops – EASY – Medium Weight [4] Yarn and a 5.5 mm (I) hook. Size: 6.5 ” x 69 “
  • Hillcrest – EASY – Bulky Weight [5] Yarn and a 9 mm (M/N) hook. Size: 6 ” x 68.5 “
  • Cascade – EASY – Medium Weight [4] Yarn and a 5 mm (H) hook. Size: 5.5 ” x 65.75 “
  • Parkway – EASY – Bulky Weight [5] Yarn and a 8 mm (L) hook. Size: 6.5 ” x 64.5 “

The instructions are written in U.S. Crochet Terminology. The special stitches you need to use are included in each individual pattern’s Stitch Guide, the Basic Crochet Stitches section at the end of the book and they are available as a Technique Video you gain access to with your book.

The fonts are clear and easy to read and each heading, sub-heading and row is indicated with a different color font. Helpful notes are included within the pattern where they are needed.

The Basic Crochet Stitches are included at the end of the book and have diagrams to illustrate how to make the stitches. The stitches included are:

Chain, Slip Stitch, Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Double Crochet and Treble Crochet.

Joining techniques (eg. joining with single crochet; joining with double crochet), how to check gauge and how to locate the free loops of a chain are also explained.

The gauge information is provided to allow you to substitute yarns in a similar weight where needed. The yarns used to create the samples in the book include:

Lion Brand® Heartland®, Bernat® Softee® Chunky™, Bernat® Roving™, Caron® Simply Soft® and Red Heart® Medley™

To create the mirror image design, the scarves are worked lengthwise. This means your initial starting chain will be quite long. The medium weight yarn designs begin with a starting chain in excess of 200 chains and the bulky and super bulky weight scarves begin with a chain around 140-150 chains. It is very important that you work your chain stitches in a relaxed and consistent gauge. If they are crocheted too tightly this could cause your scarf to fold and ripple from the center as you work the outer rows.

I love the balanced look and structure of these scarves. There is an order and symmetry to each one that I find soothing. I would be happy to receive any of these as a gift and although the starting chain count may be a bit daunting at first I believe it is well worth the effort to create something so pretty and feminine.

My favorite designs are:

  • Maritime
  • Filigree
  • Cascade
Borders - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Borders
Maritime - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Maritime
Arches - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Arches

Filigree - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Filigree
Scallops - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Scallops
Hillcrest - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Hillcrest

Cascade - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Cascade
Parkway - Mirror Image Scarves Leisure Arts
Parkway

All 8 designs included in Mirror Image Scarves are pretty and feminine. By using the mirror image technique and working on both sides of the starting chain, the finished scarves are visually appealing and balanced. These scarves will make lovely unique gifts and accessories.

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51 Comments | Date: 07/11/2017  | By: Rhondda

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  1. Verna says

    01/05/2020 at 11:14 PM

    I haven’t seen the mirror image concept yet….genius! These scarves are mostly lacey and open which I like.

  2. Sue Fresen says

    10/05/2018 at 3:32 PM

    Thank you. What a thorough review of the Mirror Image Scarves book. As I thought about the book and scarf images, I wondered how peaceful it would feel to crochet them, and in your last remarks, you confirmed my thoughts. I appreciate the details added and helpful tips. This will become a book on my wish list.

  3. Olivia Costalez says

    31/03/2018 at 3:14 PM

    These scarves seem to be easy to make since it’s just repeating the same pattern on both sides. Looks inviting.

  4. Grace Hodgin says

    26/03/2018 at 9:27 AM

    I gifted scarves and hats one year for Christmas. Everyone loved them. I am going to do that again this year so need to check out this book for scarf ideas.

  5. Teresa says

    25/03/2018 at 1:40 PM

    I think these are beautiful and look complicated without being hard! Thanks for the review!

  6. Chris says

    20/03/2018 at 3:37 PM

    Really like the mirror image scarves in two colors.

  7. DIMITRA TZAMTZIS says

    19/02/2018 at 4:41 PM

    Love these mirror image scarves!

  8. Julia McCleery says

    17/02/2018 at 9:51 AM

    Thank you for the review. It was very helpful in knowing what to expect, what yarns were used, and skill level. The pictures were very helpful in knowing if I’d be interested in the book. I’m not a fan of all the patterns but I do like most and would buy this book knowing that now. Thanks!

  9. Jennifer Wofford says

    06/02/2018 at 5:24 PM

    I love crocheting scarves. You’re review was very easy to read and understandable. I had seen this book before but was a bit hesitant about it. I always look for new ways to make scarves and learn new stitches. Thank you for your review.

  10. Melissa says

    31/01/2018 at 4:34 AM

    I’ve not heard of mirrored scarves! Loved reading about them.
    Thanks
    Melissa

  11. Jerri Berg says

    23/01/2018 at 11:13 PM

    I love crocheting and wearing scarves. Thank you for your review of Mirror Image Scarves. Looks like another crochet book I will have to buy. I really find your reviews so helpful in choosing which crochet books I ‘need.’ LOL

  12. Carrie P. says

    13/01/2018 at 4:23 PM

    Great idea!

  13. tallcoolglass63 says

    10/01/2018 at 10:30 AM

    Thank You for your review of this book. I had been looking at it and was unsure about purchasing it. While your giveaway is over, I am much more likely to purchase this one!

  14. Patty says

    10/01/2018 at 2:20 AM

    This looks like a good idea for crocheting a scarf, though the patterns look more decorative than functional, they might be different in person than looking at the pictures in the book.

  15. Joy Dean says

    09/01/2018 at 6:10 PM

    These scarves are beautiful! Now I have to try them!

  16. Karen Barna says

    17/12/2017 at 12:43 PM

    I love this book – I have made several scarves and it has furthered my imagination to mirror other patterns!

  17. Janet Schofield says

    15/12/2017 at 10:00 PM

    Pretty scarves with so many looks. Easy crochet for gifts.

  18. Dee Johnson says

    15/12/2017 at 10:36 AM

    Very lovely! I really like mirror image scarves!

  19. Morgan Schrodt says

    14/12/2017 at 2:09 AM

    Love the idea of mirror images for these scarves !!

  20. Julie says

    12/12/2017 at 3:43 PM

    These look very tempting.

  21. Judy Mitchel says

    10/12/2017 at 5:50 PM

    Ohh. These sound great they look like they would be really fun to make.

  22. Cheryl Heming says

    10/12/2017 at 5:45 PM

    Thank you for the review, these scarves are beautiful.

  23. K'Lynn Wait says

    09/12/2017 at 8:58 AM

    Thanks for the review. Looks like a great book to add to my collection of patterns.

  24. Marilyn Nawara says

    06/12/2017 at 10:05 PM

    Love the Maritime – super cute!

  25. Mary Ann Stoll says

    04/12/2017 at 10:27 AM

    What a lovely variety of scarves!

  26. June says

    03/12/2017 at 7:35 PM

    Love making scarves will add this book to my list

  27. Pepsi Jacobs says

    02/12/2017 at 9:44 PM

    Very pretty scarves. Need to try

  28. Kelsey Hollis says

    02/12/2017 at 8:43 PM

    Saving these!! Can’t wait to try them out. 🙂

  29. Rachel Decker says

    02/12/2017 at 1:29 PM

    Arches and Filigree look like patterns I MUST try!

  30. Sherry Coffman says

    02/12/2017 at 12:08 PM

    These are all beautiful can’t wait to make them

  31. Kd Williams says

    02/12/2017 at 10:49 AM

    I love symmetry in my crochet projects. This is one book I will have to purchase! Thanks for bringing this book to my attention!

  32. Sandy says

    02/12/2017 at 10:34 AM

    I love the look of things that are symmetrical

  33. Emmal says

    02/12/2017 at 1:03 AM

    Even though I don’t like doing Picot’s, I’d give all these 8 scarves a try! Love Emma x

  34. Kimberly Marshall says

    01/12/2017 at 9:25 PM

    That is pretty neat. Thanks for the review.

  35. Jackie says

    01/12/2017 at 5:54 PM

    Interesting concept of working one half and then the other side of the chain, might be one that has to be tried to fully embrace the concept?!

  36. ANGELA PRINGLE says

    14/11/2017 at 2:26 PM

    love!!!!!

  37. Bonnie Burkhardt says

    12/11/2017 at 3:34 PM

    I would like to see a review of the book, Yarn Pooling Made Easy.

  38. Bonnie Burkhardt says

    12/11/2017 at 3:29 PM

    Thanks for the review. One of the books I put in my wish list.

  39. Kim Ladouceur says

    12/11/2017 at 1:36 PM

    Please review Amigurumi Animal Scarves!

  40. Shelley E says

    12/11/2017 at 11:47 AM

    I’d like to see a review of “Modern Baby Booties”

  41. LuAnne says

    12/11/2017 at 8:11 AM

    Enchanted Forest Creatures

  42. LuAnne says

    12/11/2017 at 8:06 AM

    lovely scarves I enjoy crocheting scarves I have a niece that wears them all the time so I crochet them for her.

  43. Georgia Beckman says

    12/11/2017 at 7:56 AM

    I would love a review of Sweet Pet Comforts. Really cute ideas in there.

  44. Mearla V. says

    12/11/2017 at 12:05 AM

    I’m interested in the Boho Chic Crochet Ponchos booklet & would like it to be reviewed.

  45. Paula says

    08/11/2017 at 6:52 PM

    Animal Hats and Scarves

  46. Carmen TR says

    08/11/2017 at 6:47 PM

    I like maritime and cascade

  47. Teresa Knittingdancer says

    08/11/2017 at 12:56 AM

    Corner to Corner Baby Afghans

  48. Dee Johnson says

    07/11/2017 at 7:26 PM

    I would like to see a review on the YARN POOLING MADE EASY book.

  49. Rachel King says

    07/11/2017 at 6:12 PM

    Both the titles Rucksacks & Backpacks AND Retro Rugs caught my eye, so I would love to read a review of either. 🙂

  50. Virginia Bronner says

    07/11/2017 at 8:39 AM

    I would like to read a review of Animal Hats and Scarfs because I am crocheting for my church Christmas flea market and these would make wonderful gifts.

  51. Jennifer Culek says

    07/11/2017 at 5:57 AM

    Love the texture of these scarfs.

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