This capsule collection by Grace Akhrem is full of Spring color and exuberance. Clean lines and light shapes contribute to the playful tone!

This shrug proves that mohair isn’t just for winter: knit at an airy gauge in an open eyelet pattern, it can bring the lightness you crave for Spring, with just the hint of warmth you still need.

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SIZES
Finished Bust Circumference: 48 (52, 56, 60, 64) (68, 72, 76, 80)”
Length: 9¾ (10¾, 11, 11½, 12) (12¼, 12½, 12¾, 12¾)” long from shoulder line at top of armhole opening to lower edge.
Note: This garment has an extremely relaxed fit; choose a size about 18” to 20” larger than your actual bust measurement.
Shrug shown measures 56”.

MATERIALS
Manos del Uruguay ALEGRIA (75% superwash merino, 25% polyamide; approx. 445 yds/100 g): 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) (2, 2, 2, 3) sk(s) A.
Manos de Uruguay CABRITO (80% kid mohair, 20% polyamide; approx. 230 yds/25 g): 2 (2, 2, 2) (3, 3, 3, 4) sks B.

Shown in A2102 Juanita (A) and R6506 Primrose (B)

US 6/4mm 16” and 32” to 40” circular needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
16½ sts and 36½ rows = 4”/10cm in Knit Below pattern after light steam blocking.

NOTES
This project is constructed from two rectangles. The rectangle for the fronts and collar begins at lower left front edge and is worked up and around the shoulders, then down to the lower right front edge. Stitches for the back rectangle are picked up from the first rectangle and worked down to the lower back edge.