Mosaico Wrap Knitting Pattern

Mosaico Wrap in Malabrigo Rastita

What Is Being Made

The Mosaico Wrap is a luxurious double-knit wrap designed by Stana D. Sortor, inspired by colorful woven textiles. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished wrap measuring 78 inches (198 cm) long and 26 inches (66 cm) wide after blocking. The wrap serves as a delightfully cozy winter layer, combining visual interest with practical warmth.

Knitting Techniques Used

This wrap is knit flat using double knitting techniques, a sophisticated method that creates a reversible fabric with distinct pattern sides. The double-knit construction allows for the creation of intricate colorwork where diamond shapes appear in contrast colors, with colors reversed on the opposite sides of the wrap. This technique requires working with multiple colors simultaneously while maintaining proper yarn tension and stitch definition.

The pattern incorporates charted colorwork, with knitters following charts from bottom to top. Odd rows are worked from right to left, while even rows are worked from left to right. The charts are organized in two rounds: the first round includes charts 1A, 1B, and 1C (worked as 1A once, 1B four times, and 1C once), with the order reversed for even rows. The second round follows charts 2A, 2B, and 2C in the same sequence.

The wrap is finished with an I-cord bind off and an I-cord edge along the entire perimeter, creating a polished, professional edge on all sides.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The primary stitch used throughout the wrap is double knit stockinette, which forms the foundation of the fabric. In double knitting, each square on the chart represents 2 stitches. Knit stitches are worked with yarn carried behind, while purl stitches are worked with yarn carried in front. This alternating yarn position creates the characteristic double-knit fabric structure.

The I-cord technique is used for both the bind off and the decorative edge treatment. I-cord creates a neat, tubular cord that frames the wrap beautifully and adds durability to the edges.

Materials: Yarn, Needles, and Notions

The Mosaico Wrap is designed to be worked with Malabrigo Rastita, a 100% Superwash Merino Wool yarn. Each skein contains 310 yards and weighs 100 grams. The pattern calls for a total of 10 skeins across four colorways:

• Archangel (#850) - 2 skeins (used as contrast edge colors C1A and C1B)
• Chircas (#045) - 4 skeins (used as contrast color C2)
• Peacock (#146) - 4 skeins (used as contrast color C3)

The wrap is knit on US 7 (4.5 mm) large circular needles for the main fabric. US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles are used for working the I-cord edge. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, and a crochet hook (size unspecified in the provided content).

Gauge and Finished Measurements

The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows equals 4 inches (10 cm) in double knit stockinette after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished dimensions. The completed wrap measures 78 inches (198 cm) long and 26 inches (66 cm) wide after blocking, making it a substantial wrap suitable for layering during cold weather.

Pattern Structure and Colorwork Design

The Mosaico Wrap features a sophisticated colorwork design with diamond shapes created through the interplay of three contrast colors. The edge color remains consistent on both sides of the wrap, though separate skeins of yarn must be used for each side to achieve this effect. The diamond motifs are worked in contrast colors that reverse on opposite sides, creating visual interest from both the front and back of the finished wrap.

The pattern's charted design is organized systematically, allowing knitters to follow a logical progression through the colorwork sections. The superwash merino wool yarn provides both softness and durability, making the finished wrap a practical and beautiful