Finished Object: BERLIN Scarf by Susanne Müller - Acre Creative

Just one week out from Spring, and I have finally finished my BERLIN Scarf by Susanne Müller… I swear time just got away from me! But now it is blocked and off the needles; it’s fair to say that I am OBSESSED with the finished object and will still get some decent wear during these cool Canterbury mornings to preschool drop-off (and of course when I get to New York next year!). I am almost tempted to wear it when I go out to feed the sheep, pigs and chooks their breakfast but I am restraining myself as it is far too beautiful for farmwear 🤣

Quick Overview:

Pattern: BERLIN Scarf by Susanne Müller
Suggested yarn: Sandnes Garn Børstet Alpakka
Yarn I Used: Gazzal Alpaca Air 79 Mid Grey (5.5 balls)
Needles Used To Get Gauge: 6.5 mm (although I did not gauge swatch, as it is a scarf)
Pattern Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆
What do I rate the FO: ★★★★★

The Knitting Journey

The BERLIN Scarf first came on my radar last year after knitting YouTuber NE Knits featured on her Instagram and in one of her vlogs. She knit hers in crisp white, and it looked like high-end store-bought knitwear! Naturally, I jumped onto Ravelry to favourite the pattern, add it to my queue, and scroll through endless versions from other makers.

It sat in my queue for a while before I finally bit the bullet in June and grabbed some Gazzal Alpaca Air to make my own.

This knit was the ultimate TV knit – literally just a big old tube of stockinette for miles and miles. I have no idea how many rounds of stockinette it took to complete the scarf, but honestly it flew by!

It was super motivating to watch it grow and was so lush on my lap on cold, dark July evenings, as it was just like a cosy blanket.

Then came fringe time.

The fridges weren’t hard, as per se; they were more… tedious than anything. I ended up doing my own thing on the tassels to try and make it a bit faster, and as a result my fringe probably isn’t as tidy as others’ FO, and not as long, but for my sanity I am glad I made the tweaks.

Knitters Warning: Fringe Island is a real thing with this pattern!

So while the main body of the scarf took me a months tops, the fringes took another two months. Most of those two months were the poor scarf sitting abandoned in my knitting drawer, waiting for me to suck it up and finish it off.

Yarn Review: Gazzal Alpaca Air (Color 79 Mid Grey)

If you are looking for an ultra-soft blow yarn with incredible stitch definition, Gazzal Alpaca Air is well worth the investment. Working with Colorway 79 (Mid Grey), it has quickly become a favourite in my stash.

A couple of quick stats:
Worsted / 10 ply
58% Alpaca, 28% Nylon, 14% Merino
150 meters / 50 grams

The Highlights

Texture & Halo: It is exceptionally soft against the skin with minimal shedding. The blow yarn construction gives it an airy, lightweight feel with a delicate halo that adds warmth without looking overly fuzzy or out of control.
Stitch Definition & Color Depth: Blow yarns can sometimes hide stitch patterns, but this worked up beautifully. The Mid Grey shade has a subtle heathered dimension that really lets the stitches pop.
Versatility: Gazzal offers a fantastic color palette, but I chose the Mid Grey for maximum versatility—it pairs effortlessly with a lot of my winter wardrobe.
Value & Final Verdict: While it sits at a higher price point than standard acrylics or pure wools, the quality justifies the cost. If you catch it on sale, grab it immediately! I am already planning to use it for a lightweight, cozy cardigan project next.

Finishing it off

As soon as I finished the last fringe, I went straight to blocking. I had never knit with Alpaca before this scarf, but I was aware that blocking Alpaca needs to be done gently… So that’s what I did! Although, as mentioned earlier, with me not completing a gauge swatch, I wasn’t too worried about how long it grew, as it is a scarf.

After blocking, the scarf came to a whopping 2.50m long! I almost had to block it down the entire length of our hallway 🤣

The Gazzal Alpaca Air knitted up beautifully in this pattern, and if I ever catch it on sale, I would grab and knit another one in a fun colour.

This scarf cost me $133.00NZD, including the new KnitPro needles I grabbed to knit it. I purchased the yarn from Ribbon Rose.

Final thoughts

Overall, I am in love with my finished scarf. Those long weeks stuck on fringe island were worth it in the end! I am super happy with the yarn I chose and hopefully being a light gray, I can style it with a few different outfits.

I think everyone should give this scarf a go! Have you knit the BERLIN Scarf before, or is it sitting in your Ravelry queue? Let me know in the comments below—I’d love to see your version!