I worked on this design while returning to Europe to comfort my mum after my dad’s passing. During the same time, I was also saying a final goodbye to a dear friend who sadly lost her fierce fight against cancer. Looking back, I realise it took me over two years before this pattern was ready for release. It was a deeply sad yet profoundly meaningful period in my life, and it took time to find my way back to balance.

The design reflects that journey. It begins with straight lines—simple rib stitches—which gradually grow into twisted events in the form of cables, before returning once again to straight lines. It serves as a quiet reminder that while we can control some things in life, others become twisted beyond our control… and yet, life continues.

Both samples were knitted using specific New Zealand yarns, but any DK or worsted-weight yarn will work well. Feel free to experiment with needle sizes to achieve the fabric you prefer.
The samples were worked on 4.5 mm needles for Outlaw Bohemia Gothic (worsted weight) and 4.0 mm needles for Naturally NZ Luxury (DK / 8-ply).

Finished Sizes
• Longer scarf: approximately 210 cm x 22 cm
• Shorter scarf: approximately 155 cm x 20 cm

The pattern is easy to adjust in both length and width to suit your needs.

The scarf begins with a ribbed section, which gradually transitions into cables before returning to ribbing. The design intention is for the cable section to sit around the neck when worn, but this can easily be modified if you prefer a longer or shorter cable section.

My recommendation is to work at least 15–20 cm of ribbing at each end. If you choose to shorten the ribbed sections, you may wish to add fringes for balance.

Section Breakdown
Short scarf:
• 50 cm rib
• 55 cm cables
• 50 cm rib

	Long scarf:
•	45 cm rib
•	120 cm cables
•	45 cm rib

Please feel free to adjust these proportions to suit your preferences. If your yarn supply is limited, I recommend weighing the yarn used for the first ribbed section and reserving the same amount for the final ribbed section