Northbound will have you reaching into your yarn stash with new eyes.

The open lace may look intricate, but the pattern has a clear rhythm that’s satisfying to knit. You work this rectangular scarf sideways, and the size is fully customisable from a skinny scarf to a large, lofty wrap.

The real danger is how well it works with any yarn. Linen or alpaca, rustic or silky, cobweb or bulky. Each yarn transforms Northbound into something entirely new.

So don’t be surprised if you find yourself planning a second version before the first one is even off the needles.

YARN
Two skeins of Karen Noe Design Laura (100% Linen; 200 m / 219 yds per 50 g). Shown in color Kaktus.

Or approximately 370 m / 405 yds of similar fingering weight yarn.

NEEDLES
Size 4 mm / US 6 needles or size to achieve pattern gauge

This narrow scarf is worked flat, so you can use either circular needles or long straight needles.

FINISHED SIZE After blocking
Length: 152 cm / 60 in
Width: 38 cm / 15 in

The size is fully flexible, with pattern instructions to adjust both width and length.

STITCHES USED
k: knit
k2tog: knit two stitches together
p: purl
slwyif: slip one stitch purlwise with yarn in front
sl2k1psso: slip two stitches together knitwise, knit one, pass the slipped stitches over
ssk: slip, slip, knit; slip one stitch knitwise, slip another stitch knitwise, knit the two slipped stitches together through back loops
yo: yarn over

TYPE OF INSTRUCTIONS
This pattern has both written and charted instructions.

Suggested bind-off, blocking instructions, and a schematic are also included.

LANGUAGES
English

TERMS OF USE
For personal use only. Do not copy, share, or sell the pattern.

You may sell the knitted item made using this pattern.

REFUND POLICY
All digital sales are final. Please shop mindfully.

DELIVERY
Instant PDF download. Shop, download & cast on!

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