(A
roll of scarves heading for the world record attempt)
67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day is all
about breaking records and this year is no exception. KnitWits are in the throes
of attempting another world record by crocheting 27 kilometres of scarves or
27KmScarf as it has become known as.
The record will take place at the
impressive Nelson Mandela Capture Site in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, on July 29,
2018. However, the extended deadline for anyone to finish the scarves they are
currently crocheting is July 6, 2018.
“27 kilometres is an extremely long scarf
and we need as many hands on deck as possible,” says Carolyn Steyn, founder of
67 Blankets, an initiative linked to Nelson Mandela Day which aims to keep
disadvantaged people warm in winter.
Since the supernaturally-long scarf is an
attempt at breaking the Guinness World Record, there are rules which come with
the well-known brand. Each scarf must be 20cm x 150 to 200cm. It also needs to
be crocheted rather than knitted and the hook size must be no bigger than
6.5mm. “KnitWits who have already knitted scarves that don’t fit the Guinness
World Book criteria need not worry. It has not been in vain. These scarves will
be used for our yearly SSS (Secret Scarves SShhh),” Steyn says.
The 27kmScarf event on July 29 kicks off at
10h00 at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site on the R103 (Howick / Tweedie off-ramp
off the N3) Please bring your own picnic. There will be food at the Truth Café
and some great local entertainment.
For more information on 67 Blankets for
Nelson Mandela Day, visit https://67blankets.co.za/
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