Abrazo (ah-brah-soh) is the word in Spanish for embrace or hug.

I wanted to design something that feels like a hug when you wear it, so I decided to name the shawl “Abrazo.” – My inspiration came from the warmth of the people from Latin America. We always hug to say hello and goodbye, and it is something that I believe we miss the most when we leave our countries.

I also think that with all the isolation people have been forced to be in during these past years, the idea of working on something that will feel like receiving a hug will resonate with knitters all over the world.

Materials
3.5 mm (US 4) circular needles with a 75cm (30”) cable
2 stitch markers
Scissors
Darning needle
Yarn:
Color A – La Damita, 1 skein, “Tinkuy” sport/ fingering yarn weight 100g – 436 yds / 400 m
Color B – Huacatay Mint, 1 skein, “Tinkuy” sport/ fingering yarn weight 100g – 436 yds / 400 m
Color C – Thistle, 1 skein, “Tinkuy” sport/ fingering yarn weight 100g – 436 yds / 400 m

Level
Intermediate (this pattern calls for a simple lace stitch in some sections, bobbles and a picot bind off)

Gauge
Measured over stockinette stitch after blocking 22 sts and 32 rows / 4” (10 cm)