Allegro Shawl

Allegro is an unusual, wrap around top, with ribbed waistband and open back. This top is extremely lightweight due to its open lace stitch. It is exceptionally easy to make and knits up really fast, with very little finishing needed. Pictured here with the cross-over at the front, Allegro can be worn with this at the back so that the draped poncho look is forwards.

Louise H in Cumbria, says: “I wear Allegro throughout the year; it’s a fantastic garment and I just love the way total strangers compliment me!” 

Knitting techniques include:
Knit and purl stitches
Elongated knit stitch (where the yarn is wrapped round the needle twice)

Photographed in the colour Alpaca Champagne
Knitted in Purl Alpaca designs Medium 100% alpaca yarn
Skill level: novice

To make this in our woollen spun yarn, click here (You'll need between 5-7 balls depending on your size)
To make this in our worsted spun yarn, click here (You'll need between 3-4 skeins depending on your size work 2 strands together at the same time)
Sizes:
X-Small: UK sizes 6-8, to fit 52cm/21″ waist (weight 250g)
Small: UK sizes 8-10, to fit 62cm/24.5″ waist (weight 250g)
Medium: UK sizes 12-14, to fit 72cm/28″ waist (weight 300g)
Large: UK sizes 16-18, to fit 82cm/32″ waist (weight 350g)
X-Large: UK sizes 18-20, to fit 92cm/36.5″ waist (weight 350g)

(Measurements are all approximate as Allegro shawl is very flexible and each given size can easily accommodate a smaller or larger size.)

Needle size: 7mm straight:  4mm circular (needles not supplied)
Tension: 10sts and 12 rows to 10cm square over Lace Stitch using 7mm needles

Please note, if using a different yarn, correct tension must be obtained to make sure Allegro fits properly.