Lace Row (RS): Sl1, k1, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2. Rest Row (WS): Sl1, k to end.
Repeat these 4 rows until you have 27 stitches on the needle.
Phase 2: The Straight Body (Neck Section) Work these 2 rows until scarf measures 19.5 inches (half total length). Row 1 (RS): Sl1, k1, *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2. Row 2 (WS): Sl1, k to end.
Shown with a cast-on count of 3 stitches.