Twist Collective Alizeh Wrap Knitting Pattern

Twist Collective Alizeh Knit Shawl

What is Being Made

Alizeh is a sophisticated knit shawl and wrap designed by Moira Engel. This finished piece measures 83 inches long by 13 inches wide (211 cm × 33 cm), making it an elegant accessory suitable for layering or draping. The shawl is worked from side to side in a seamless construction, allowing for continuous stitch pattern development across the width of the piece.

Techniques Used

This design employs several advanced knitting techniques to create visual interest and structure. The shawl features cable work integrated throughout the pattern, combined with seamless, flat construction that eliminates the need for finishing seams. The side-to-side working method allows knitters to build the shawl horizontally, with strategic increases and decreases shaping the piece as it grows. Chart-based pattern instructions guide the placement of stitch patterns, with multiple chart repeats creating the overall design.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch pattern featured in Alizeh is Seed Stitch, worked over an even number of stitches by alternating knit and purl stitches on every row. This creates a textured, bumpy fabric that provides visual contrast to the cable elements. The pattern utilizes multiple charts (Chart A, Chart B, Chart C, and Chart D) to structure the design. Chart A establishes the foundation with 58 rows, while Chart B is repeated multiple times throughout construction. Chart D features dynamic shaping, beginning with 27 stitches, increasing to 31 stitches, then decreasing back to 27 stitches. Stitch markers are used to delineate pattern sections, and increases and decreases are strategically placed on right-side rows to shape the wrap.

Materials

Alizeh is designed to be worked in Tahki Yarns Scotland, a fine merino wool yarn in colorway #05 Charcoal. The pattern calls for 5 balls of yarn, with each ball containing 174 yards (160 meters) and weighing 1¾ ounces (50 grams). The yarn composition is 100% Fine Merino Wool, providing softness and drape ideal for a wrap garment. Knitters should use Size 7 US (4.5 mm) needles to achieve the correct gauge of 20 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch. Additional notions required include stitch markers, a cable needle for cable work, and a tapestry needle for finishing. Adjusting needle size may be necessary to obtain the correct gauge and ensure proper finished measurements.