Weave a Shimmering Warm-Weather Scarf

Designer Sue Anne Sullivan used a turned honeycomb structure in metallic Lurex yarn and shiny pearl cotton to capture the irregularity and shimmering airiness of the veined cells in damselfly wings. She says that when light shines through this cloth, the effect is magical.

Read on to learn more about this project, developed exclusively for the Spring 2026 issue of Handwoven, or head to the library to access the project PDF. Please enjoy this subscriber bonus project from the Spring 2026 collection.—Handwoven editors

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About the Damselfly Scarf

Living in the Pacific Northwest, I always find it a treat to catch sight of the occasional damselfly or dragonfly during the warmer months. I am particularly fond of the gorgeous blue creatures