Very nice! I was sure it was the no purl pattern before clicking on the link :) I've made a few of them as gifts, they always turn out beautiful and are super satisfying to make (quick and mindless).
I thought this was someone's hair before fully scrolling! Lol
How thoughtful, a scarf for your father. Looks great!
Oh that is great! Just goes to show you don't need a complicated stitch pattern to get a really cool end result. The label really sets it off too, I bet he loves it!