Wonder and Whimsy by Alexandra Frankel

Wonder and Whimsy

Knitting
June 2025
both are used in this pattern
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches
in Chains in Relief pattern
US 6 - 4.0 mm
880 yards (805 m)
One size
English
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Wonder and Whimsy will spice up your wardrobe with chic, urban vibes. This shawl and kerchief set pairs Rico Design Luxury Natural Silk Blend with Fonty Soyeuse in a rich blend of natural fibers. Raised chains are worked in different techniques on each piece, adding bold color and texture while keeping the set cohesive. Both pieces are framed in fringe, ensuring that you’ll be dripping in edgy style wherever you go.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Intermediate

SIZES
One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Shawl
Length: 56”
Width (at widest edge): 33”

Kerchief
Width (excluding ties): 18¾”
Depth at center (excluding fringe): 7¾”

MATERIALS
Shawl
Rico Design Luxury Natural Silk Blend (50% silk, 30% wool, 20% cotton; 50g/126 yds)
• 005 Anthracite (A) – 4 skeins
Fonty Soyeuse (70% merino wool, 30% silk; 50g/125 yds)
• 0104 (B) – 1 ball * See Pattern Notes
• 0127 (C) – 1 ball * See Pattern Notes
Kerchief
Rico Design Luxury Natural Silk Blend (50% silk, 30% wool, 20% cotton; 50g/126 yds)
• 005 Anthracite (A) – 1 skein
Fonty Soyeuse (70% merino wool, 30% silk; 50g/125 yds)
• 0104 (B) – 1 ball * See Pattern Notes
• 0127 (C) – 1 ball * See Pattern Notes
Needle: US Size 6 (4 mm) 24” or longer circular needle for shawl (to accommodate large number of stitches) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 6 (4 mm) straight for kerchief (or your preferred ndl for knitting flat) and dpns (for I-Cord) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, US Size G/6 (4 mm) crochet hook (for fringe)

GAUGE
18 sts x 34 rows = 4” in Chains in Relief patt after blocking
20 sts x 31 rows = 4” in Mosaic Chains patt after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
The shawl is an asymmetric triangular shape, beginning at the tip and increasing to the widest edge. Increases are worked along the left edge of every right-side row. Carry unused yarn up the side. Only cut yarn when directed to do so. After completion, this piece is worn with the longest side on top.

The kerchief begins and ends with I-Cord ties, worked seamless into a side-to-side triangle which increases to its widest point and then decreases back down. When working in the Mosaic Chains pattern, only one color is used per row. At each color change, tails are cut and tied together, creating an adorable fringe and eliminating the need to weave in ends! The pattern is both written and charted for your convenience. Slip all stitches purlwise unless otherwise indicated.

One ball of each color of Soyeuse will be enough yarn to make both the shawl and the kerchief.