Welcome to my gardening adventure! This was originally designed as a mystery wrap, but it is now available as a complete pattern. In this design, you will knit your way through the magical gardens of stitches, growing a rectangular wrap that is sure to become an heirloom piece for your wardrobe. Along the way, you will find unpredictable construction, colorful motifs, and simple techniques worked in unique ways. Symmetry mixes with asymmetry in this knitting wonderland and colors abound.

This printed pattern includes a code for a digital copy. You download this from Ravelry. 

What to expect:

While there are a lot of surprises hidden within this design, here are some things that you can expect:

• mosaic, slip stitch knitting
• easy lace
• elongated and/or unique stitches
• frequent color changes
• garter stitch
• stockinette
• eyelets
• unique construction

Rest easy! All techniques with charts also include written instructions. I’ve created tutorial videos to guide you through any new techniques. There is NOT any stranded colorwork, intarsia, or brioche. This design is intended for intermediateknitters, but could be suitable for an adventurous beginner.

Finished dimensions:
76.5”/194cm x 21.5”/54cm

Hiking Supplies:
Needles:
US 5 (3.75mm) circular needles, or as required to meet gauge; 1 set of gauge needles AND 2 additional sets of either gauge needles, extra cables, and/or smaller circular needles for putting stitches on hold.

Gauge:
BLOCKED: 20 sts and 40 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch after wet-blocking and pinning
UNBLOCKED: 24 sts and 48 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch before blocking
(NOTE: Gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage)

Notions:
20 stitch markers (number varies by section), removable stitch marker, and a tapestry needle
Optional: 2 end stoppers, crochet hook, kitchen scale, blocking wires and mats

Yarn Requirements:  

MC: 800yds / 732m fingering weight yarn
C1-7: 130yds / 120m fingering weight yarn in EACH of 7 colors

Choosing your colours - Lisa K Ross's comments

I recommend creating a combo that has contrast between the MC and each individual CC. If choosing speckled or variegated yarns, I recommend using them for EITHER the MC or the CCs, using a solid or semi-solid for the other. Be sure there is little overlap in speckled/variegated colors between the MC and each CC. 

Arrange your mini-skeins C1-C7 so they have a flow to them that you love, but I recommend that you follow these guidelines:
1. C7 should be a color you love. It does not have to be your favorite of the colors, but it will be a focal point of the wrap.
2. C3 and C6 should have good contrast with the MC. These colors will be used for mosaic knitting.
Here are some suggestions for ordering your minis:
ROYGBIV: arrange your minis in a rainbow formation. This works best when working with yarns of all different hues. The sample uses this formation in reverse. Once completed the eye will be drawn to C7, so make sure it is a color you love!
Gradient Tone: This is perfect for gradient sets, working from light to dark or vice versa. I would suggest using the darkest color for C7, but this is a personal preference. You can also arrange ANY combination of colors by gradient tones.
To do this, take a photo of your yarns using a black/white filter. Arrange them from lightest to darkest based on their black/white tones. This will create a gradient effect no matter what the hues may be.
Random: While everyone who knows my designs knows I love rainbows and gradients, this may not be your style! As long as you have good contrast between the MC and each CC, the results will be spectacular and eye-catching. Arrange the minis in whatever order makes YOU smile!