Winds of the South Scarf | Knitting pattern and Optional Kit

This Winds of the South Scarf is inspired by the wide, wind-shaped landscapes of Argentina, home to the guanaco, a native South American camelid known for its incredibly soft and warm fiber.

Guanacos live in open and elevated regions where the winds shape the rhythm of life. Knit with guanaco yarn from TexAndes, this piece is more than just a shawl. It is a tribute to the raw beauty of the Southern Andes and to the animals that inhabit its vast terrains.

The open lacework and flowing curves echo the movement of air across the land. The lace pattern was designed to reflect the movement of wind, with curves that flow gently from end to end. Its deep blue color was chosen to reflect the intense skies often seen in these regions.

Guanaco fiber is considered one of the most exclusive natural fibers in the world. Exceptionally soft, it is found only in specific areas of South America, including Argentina, Chile, Peru and Bolivia. Its warmth and lightness make it ideal for timeless, high-quality garments. As an Argentine textile designer living in Canada, I created Winds of the South as a way to honor both my origins and the living beings that make this creation possible. Each curve and stitch hold a trace of the guanaco’s journey through the open lands of the South. - Lucila Florencia C

You have the option to purchase the pattern only or the knitting kit, which contains both the yarn and the pattern needed to knit this project!

THIS KNITTING KIT INCLUDES

• The Winds of the South Scarf knitting pattern (sent as a digital pdf format) - The pattern is included when you purchase a kit.
• BISCOTTE YARNS - GUANACO [70% merino, 30% guanaco, 200m per 50g skein] - 2 SKEINS - shown in Azul

IN ADDITION TO THIS KIT, YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS

• Circular needles of 2.75 mm (US 2) - cable length of 60 cm (24'') - or size required to obtain the gauge.
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers x8 (ideally 2 of each in 4 different colors to help you keep track more easily)

SIZE - ONE SIZE

• Final width dimensions (after blocking) : 79 cm / 31'' measured in the widest section.
• Final height dimensions (after blocking) : 31 cm / 12'' measured in the deepest section.

GAUGE

26 rows = 10 cm (4'') height and 8 sts = 3,5 cm width after blocking.

NOTE

This is an advanced-level knitting project composed of multiple sections. The piece is built section by section, so you will sometimes have stitches held on the right needle, other times on the left needle, and at certain points on both sides. For this reason, the instructions include step-by-step photos with color changes to help you identify each section clearly. Please note that blocking is essential to define the fabric’s curves and reveal the lace structure. Please handle the piece gently during blocking to preserve the fiber quality and ensure a flawless finish.

ENJOY! ♥

This pattern is sold in a digital pdf format: a link to download your pattern will be provided once the order is completed and you will also get this link by email (make sure to check your spams if you can't find the email in your inbox)