The Build textured shawl has a spirit of natural growth and purposeful ingenuity. Beginning at the narrow end, the ribbing gradually divides and expands, one rib flowing into the next, resulting in boldly geometric lines evocative of wood grain. The color changes in my version to create a gradient that climaxes in a pop of striking color, but this four-color design also presents a creative opportunity to experiment with color.

This pattern was originally published in issue 35 of the beautiful Taproot Magazine. It’s now available as an individual pattern.

Finished Measurements
Length point-to-point: 68 in/173 cm
Width at widest point: 30 in/76 cm

Yarn
715 yd/654 m aran weight yarn

Colour A: 165 yd/151 m
Colour B: 150 yd/137 m
Colour C: 200 yd/183 m
Colour D: 200 yd/183 m

Shown in Peace Fleece Worsted (75% Navaho and American fine wool, 25% mohair; 200 yd/183 m per 113g skein)

1 skein of each of four colours:
Colour A: Father’s Gray
Colour B: Negotiation Gray
Colour C: Desert Tundra
Colour D: Mourning Dove

Blocked Gauge
Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.

20 sts/24 rows = 4 in/10 cm in 2x2 rib

Needles & Notions
Needle Sizes are recommendations only. Always use needle size necessary to obtain gauge.

Suggested size US 8/5mm

1 removable stitch marker
tapestry needle
blocking wires, pins, and pinnable surface

Skills
increasing in pattern, ribbing, switching colours