Tuscan in MODE at Rowan Mohair Soft - Downloadable PDF

Tuscan Wrap by Quail Studio – Knitted Mohair Scarf Pattern in Mode at Rowan Mohair Soft

The Tuscan pattern, designed by Quail Studio and published as a downloadable PDF, is a beautifully tactile knitted wrap that showcases the luxurious drape and halo of Mode at Rowan Mohair Soft. Worked in a generous finished size of 51 cm (20 in) wide and 200 cm (78¾ in) long — excluding tassels — this is a statement accessory that wraps generously around the shoulders or can be styled as an oversized scarf. The finished piece is finished with hand-attached tassels, adding a bohemian, artisan touch that elevates a simple construction into something truly special.

Who This Pattern Is For

Rated as a beginner level project, the Tuscan wrap is an ideal choice for knitters who are just moving beyond their very first projects and want to create something impressive without tackling complex shaping or intricate stitch repeats. The pattern relies on straightforward techniques that build confidence while delivering a high-impact result. The generous needle size and lightweight mohair yarn mean the fabric grows quickly, making this a satisfying and relatively fast knit.

Design and Colourwork

One of the most striking features of the Tuscan wrap is its use of four shades of Mode at Rowan Mohair Soft, worked in sequence to create a subtle, tonal striped effect. The four colourways specified in the pattern are:

• Yarn A – Winter 10200 (3 x 50 gm balls) — the primary, dominant shade
• Yarn B – Pampus 10201 (2 x 50 gm balls)
• Yarn C – Chocolate 10202 (1 x 50 gm ball)
• Yarn D – Whisper 10203 (1 x 50 gm ball)

The combination of these four tones — from the deeper Winter and Chocolate through to the softer, airier Whisper — creates a warm, earthy Tuscan palette that feels both contemporary and timeless. The mohair halo naturally blends the colour transitions, softening any stripe boundaries and giving the wrap a painterly, blurred quality.

Yarn: Mode at Rowan Mohair Soft

Mode at Rowan Mohair Soft is a DK weight yarn sold in 50 gm balls. Mohair fibres are renowned for their exceptionally soft handle, lightweight warmth, and distinctive fluffy halo that adds visual depth and luxury to even the simplest stitch patterns. Working with mohair on larger needles — as this pattern specifies — opens up the fabric slightly, allowing the halo to bloom fully and giving the finished wrap its characteristic cloud-like appearance. A total of 7 balls across the four shades are required for this project.

Needles and Tension

The pattern is worked on a single pair of 8 mm (UK no. 0 / US 11) needles. This is a relatively large needle for a DK yarn, and that is entirely intentional — the oversized needle creates a relaxed, open fabric with excellent drape, perfectly suited to a wrap or scarf worn close to the body. The stated tension is 12 stitches and 18 rows to 10 cm measured over stocking stitch using 8 mm needles. As always with any knitting project, working a tension swatch before casting on is strongly recommended, particularly when working with mohair, which can behave differently depending on the knitter's individual style and yarn handling.

Stitches and Techniques Used

Despite its beginner-friendly rating, the Tuscan wrap incorporates a pleasing variety of simple but effective techniques:

• Moss stitch — the main body of the wrap is worked in moss stitch (also known as seed stitch), created by alternating knit and purl stitches across the row and offsetting them on every subsequent row. Moss stitch produces a beautifully textured, reversible fabric with a slightly raised, pebbly surface that lies flat without curling — ideal for a wrap or scarf where both sides will be visible.
• I-cord edging