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Ribbons of Hope

In 1998, my younger sister, Andrea, was diagnosed with breast cancer that had spread into the lymph nodes.  She was 29 with a son who had just celebrated his first birthday.  She underwent surgery, extensive chemotherapy, radiation, and hormonal therapy.  She displayed such incredible grace throughout the entire treatment.  She was, and continues to be, a wonderful inspiration on living life to the fullest.  Today, over 9 years later, she remains cancer free!  I will forever be thankful to all the medical personnel and researchers which made her recovery possible and the many friends which supported our family throughout this difficult time. 

In early 2007 my mother was diagnosed as well with breast cancer.  Because of recent medical advancements, her cancer was detected early at stage I, making her prognosis excellent and her treatment less invasive.   I continue to support research in this area and to hope and pray that one day this disease will be trivial and obsolete.

I designed this scarf with the hope that when my young daughters are old enough to ask, "Mommy, what is that pink ribbon for?"  I can answer, "We USED to wear them in support for a cure for breast cancer.  Now there is a cure and you will never have to worry about it."

Knit with just 200 yards of fingering weight yarn, you can indulge in the softest premium fibers without sacrificing a fortune!  The scarf is knit with size 3 needles giving an approximate gauge of 28 stitches and 36 rows to 4 inches over stockinette stitch.  Final dimensions are approximately 4 3/4 inches wide by 34 inches long, which is perfect to go with a suit or dress.  You may also try knitting it with heavier yarn and larger needles for a larger, more casual scarf.  Knit one today to honor a loved one who has fought or is fighting this disease!  The pattern may be printed out here:  Ribbons of Hope