Lone Lotus by Megan Gonzalez

Lone Lotus

Knitting
April 2026
both are used in this pattern
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in garter stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
450 - 900 yards (411 - 823 m)
Width: 6.5 (10.5, 13.75)”/16.5 (26.5, 35) cm & Length: 100”/254 cm
English
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Light as a breeze and blooming with delicate detail, Lone Lotus is a spring scarf that feels as fresh as the season itself.

The design begins at the center with a striking contrast-color lace panel — a quiet focal point that feels both graceful and modern. From there, stitches are picked up along each side to create two garter stitch wings that unfold outward like petals. Fine, descending stripes travel down each wing, adding subtle movement and a touch of playful charm.

Each wing tapers gently to a refined tip, creating an elegant silhouette that drapes beautifully whether wrapped once or worn loose. A built-in I-cord edge frames the entire piece, lending structure, polish, and that satisfying finished look knitters love.

Softly graphic yet effortlessly wearable, Lone Lotus is the perfect in-between-seasons accessory — light enough for warming days, cozy enough for cool spring mornings.

Size
Width: 6.5 (10.5, 13.75)”/16.5 (26.5, 35) cm
Length: 70 (75, 80) 100 (105, 110)”/178 (190, 203) 254 (267, 280) cm

Length and width can be adjusted separately. This means you can end with a scarf that fits just the way YOU like it.

(Psst…. Yardage requirements inside the brackets are for the 100 (105, 110)”/254 cm length ONLY.)

Yarn
MC - 290 (400, 580) yds/265 (365, 530) m
CC- 65 (95, 125) yds/60 (100, 114) m

MC - 370 (555, 740) yds/340 (510, 680) m
CC - 80 (120, 160) yds/70 (110, 145) m

Recommended Yarn
MC - Cowgirlblues Merino Linen (77% Wool, 12% Linen, 11% Viscose) 400 yds/366m, 100g - 1 (2, 2) skein(s) or 1 (1, 2) skein(s) in Madonna
CC - Cowgirlblues Merino Linen Mini (77% Wool, 12% Linen, 11% Viscose)
80 yds/73m, 20g - 1 (2, 2) skein(s) or 1 (2, 2) skein(s) in Hot Pink

Needles & Notions
US 3/3.25 mm – 24”/60 cm circulars or longer
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Techniques to Indulge In
Simple lace
Garter stitch
Easy stripes
An integrated I-cord edge
K2tog decreases