"Knit Your Bit," a community knitting project started in 2006 by The National World War II Museum, is modeled after the great wartime civilian knitting efforts. The museum's goal is a very modest one: simple scarves for veterans. In just two years, over 5,000 have been collected.

Last fall, when I was getting ready to knit my bit in memory of my father, a soldier in WWII, Dave--my friend, neighbor, and Viet Nam veteran--was battling his 3rd round against non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Another friend, Al, a swimming buddy, also a veteran, was beginning his treatment for the same cancer. The museum commissions a new pattern each year, and the 2007 scarf, sporting an encouraging "V" for victory at each end, made me want to include them in this project.

In shades of blues, teals, and lavenders, this beautiful scarf makes a striking statement with any outfit. Make our fast and fabulous Speed Demon Scarf for yourself, or make it as a gift for a loved one.

This wonderful kit includes 5 skeins of Fettuccini in #280-202 Ocean, as well as the pattern for this stunning scarf.