suzeeq- that helps so much! i was thinking the same thing about the designer not sharing but thought it wouldn't hurt to ask :\ i almost sent you a private message about this too since you are usually the one who helps me out

but figured someone else might have a similar question... looks like i will be buying a new set of circular needles!!!

thanks so much!!
lighting57- yeah, i saw that too and checked and this scarf isn't one of the patterns she has available :( which is what made me decide to email her in high hopes! hah..