NECK WARMER SCARF, Raspberry Dark Pink Rose, Color Choices, Wool Acrylic Blend, Natural Wood Buttons, Winter Cowl, Ships in 5 Business Days

Raspberry Dark Pink NECK WARMER SCARF | BUTTONED COWL

Soft Acrylic & Wool Blend Raspberry Neck Warmer. I used a high quality super-bulky yarn that creates a very thick and warm crocheted fabric.

The color in the photos is called Raspberry and is a beautiful dark pink/rose color.

COLOR OPTIONS: I'm now offering this neck warmer in various colors, all from the Wool-Ease Thick N Quick line of yarn. Please look at the "Wool Blend Loop Scarves" section of my shop to view all of the color options and then choose the one you'd like from the drop-down menu when ordering this scarf. I will only list colors I think will look good with the light-colored wood buttons.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MicheleMade?section_id=12876134&ref=shopsection_leftnav_4
I use the manufacturer's colors from the yarn labels and these can be found in each listing in the short list of details like the one below.

--Yarn Content: 80% Acrylic/20% Wool
--Yarn Brand: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick N Quick
--Yarn Label Color: Raspberry
--Approximate Length (includes overlap): 26 inches/66 cm
--Approximate Width: 6.5 inches/16.5 cm
--Thickness: 1/2 inch/1 cm

This warmer will fit best on those with a neck size between 12 and 14 inches/30 and 36 cm. I can always make them in different sizes, if needed.

PLEASE NOTE: This yarn contains some wool, so if you're allergic to or even sometimes irritated by wool, I wouldn't recommend purchasing this item. As far as wool/acrylic blends go, this one is great quality & very soft, but will still bother those of us who tend to get itchy when wearing wool. (:

This warmer is priced higher than my others because it's nearly one entire skein of a more expensive yarn.

Neck warmers are the perfect alternative to scarves when you need to keep your neck warm but don't want all the extra length that a traditional scarf offers. Neck warmers fit really well underneath coats and jackets, and add a little extra color and interest to a winter outfit. They can easily be put on and taken off without messing up hair or make-up. You can wear one with a solid-colored crew-neck or v-neck sweater for extra warmth or to create a turtleneck look without the actual turtleneck. They are great for skiing, hiking, walking, or any outdoor winter activity since they can't possibly get in your way like a traditional scarf might.

The warmer is fastened in front with two large natural wood buttons. The spaces between crochet stitches are the “built-in” buttonholes. The pictures show just a few ways the warmer can be fastened: the buttons can be placed in different areas, offering endless creativity with the way you’d like to wear this short scarf. The buttons do have a thin coat of sealant so can be safely washed with the warmer.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
Can be washed in cool and dried in dryer, however I recommend either hand washing in cold water and laying flat to dry, or washing on a gentle cycle in a lingerie bag and drying only a few minutes in the dryer. The gentler washing & drying prevents the yarn from frizzing over time. Avoid washing with heavier garments that cause friction. If using washing machine, avoid washing with items that have zippers, buttons, etc that may snag the yarn loops and pull on them or make the yarn fray.

U.S. SHIPPING:
I keep shipping to a minimum and offer USPS Ground Advantage as the best value for price & speed. For multiple orders, I often use Priority Mail. For Ready to Ship items, I'll ship within two business days. For items made to order, I'll ship as soon as I have the scarf finished (within the time-frame stated in the listing title). I use the Etsy/USPS integrated shipping system whenever possible, so you will be provided with a delivery confirmation number by email from Etsy. Most packages take two to five days to be delivered.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING:
I always combine shipping for multiple orders. I most commonly use USPS First Class International for shipping outside of the US. First Class International may take a longer time to arrive than other services, but it's much more affordable than Priority International (which usually runs $25 or more for a few ounces). Delivery time for international packages is usually 5 to 15 business days. Customs, bad weather, or national holidays can sometimes slow down a package with the occasional shipment taking around 30 days to arrive. This only happens to about 5% of my international shipments. (:

In the last four years, USPS has raised prices significantly for First Class International, in some cases more than doubling the amount they used to charge before 2013. On a positive note, as part of that price increase, they include tracking and delivery confirmation as part of the First Class service for almost all the countries I ship to.

To keep shipping costs down, I will use lightweight polymer shipping envelopes as often as possible. For multiple items, I may find a cardboard box is best.

International Buyers Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

PAYMENTS:
I accept credit cards, debit cards, and Etsy gift cards through Etsy's Direct Checkout system.

RETURNS:
For now, I am not accepting returns, but am completely open to resolving any problems that may occur. I feel the best strategy is to head off any problems before they even happen. If you have any questions whatsoever about any items I am selling, please ask.

Thanks for looking! (: