Artus

*Every year, I embark on a journey trying to expand upon one of my favorite techniques, mosaic knitting, by creating what I refer to as a ‘Grand Mosaic’ shawl. Artus, with its striking blend of colors and patterning perfectly fits my grand design criteria. Artus is a rich tapestry of texture and color. The mosaic border is easy to work, allowing for creative color combinations that consistently produce fantastic results. Artus is not a delicate, sheer layering piece; instead, it's a substantial wrap with a distinct presence. It stands out and adds character to any outfit while keeping you warm and cozy. It's both eye-catching and functional, a true statement piece.* **CONSTRUCTION** Artus is a triangular shawl that is worked top-down from the center out, starting with a classic Garter Tab Cast On. The shawl features narrow bands of 1x1 color created using the stranded technique. The eye-catching border of the shawl is worked using the mosaic technique, holding only one strand of yarn on every row. **SIZES** One size Wingspan approx 175 cm / 69”. Depth approx 70 cm / 27.5”. **YARN** A sport weight yarn. Due to the floats produced by the mosaic technique it’s advisable to choose a yarn with a high wool content in a non-superwash quality. Sample is shown in Lichen and Lace Rustic Heather Sport, 100% wool, 197 m / 215 yards per 56 grams. **Color 1**: approx 470 m / 515 yards. **Color 2**: approx 180 m / 195 yards. **Color 3**: approx 270 m / 295 yards. **Color 4**: approx 120 m / 130 yards. **Color 5**: approx 130 m / 142 yards. Colorways sample C1: Shrub, C2: Ash, C3: Birch, C4: Pollen, C5: Sky. **NEEDLES** **Needle A** (for the Waffle Pattern sections) One 100 cm / 40” (or longer) circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge listed. Suggested needle size: 3.5 mm / US #4. **Needle B** (for the stranded and mosaic color-work sections) One 100 cm / 40” (or longer) circular needle. Suggested needle size: 3.75 mm / US #5. **GAUGE** Measured after blocking. Waffle Pattern: 22 sts x 40 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” on Needle A. Mosaic Colorwork: 22 sts x 60 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” on Needle B. **NOTE** The Mosaic Colorwork is CHARTED ONLY. **HELP & ERRATA** For help and possible errata, please go to the [Artus thread][1] in my group on Ravelry. Your questions will be answered within a day. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/moonstruck-knits-by-natasja-hornby/4284942/1-25