Pockets and Purls Scarf Pattern

This is a very basic scarf with an elegant twist thanks to the crochet edging. I worked it in three pieces, but if you don't want to do a lot of finishing, you could always work it as one longer scarf and fold the ends up to make the pockets.

I used Lion brand Jiffy yarn, which is nice, since it's thick and wind-blocking and also knits up pretty quick, but feel free to substitute any bulky yarn, since gauge isn't important in this project.

Main Body (make 1)
Using size 10 (8.0 mm) straight needles, Cast On 30 stitches of your main color.

Rows 1-3: *Knit 3, Purl 3* repeat to end
Rows 4-6: *Purl 3, Knit 3* repeat to end

Repeat rows 1-6 until scarf is desired length, about five feet to put the ends at hand length.

Pockets (make 2)
Using size 10 (8 mm) needles, cast on 30 stitches of your main color.

Rows 1-3: *K3, P3* repeat to end
Rows 4-6: *P3, K3* repeat to end
Repeat in that pattern until the end of row 29. (yes, this is one row before the completion of a row of 3x3 blocks.)
At the beginning of row 30, switch to your contrasting color. *P3, K3* to end.
Repeat rows 1-6 in the CC.
Bind off.

Finishing
Pin pockets to both ends of the scarf (on the same side) using safety pins.
Using size K 10.5 (6.6 mm) crochet hook, single crochet around the border of the scarf, hooking through both the body and the pocket when applicable.

This is the point when you really get the chance to be creative with this pattern. If you have a favorite edging, add it. If you want fringe or tassels, stick em on now. Beads or duplicate stitch? Go for it. It's pretty much a blank canvas. I kept mine simple, since the recipient of this scarf is a minimalist and fan of simple, square lines, but by all means, exercise your creativity here!

Congratulations, you've got a toasty warm portable set of pockets! Also handy for stashing a credit card or chapstick when you can't get to your pants or purse.