Twisted Whispers by Arianna Frasca

Twisted Whispers

Knitting
February 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in twisted rib 1x1
US 7 - 4.5 mm
450 - 460 yards (411 - 421 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available from badsheepyarn.com for $8.00.

The Twisted Whispers Shawl is a delicate yet approachable shawlette designed to make the most of a single skein of fingering-weight yarn—light, wearable, and just a little bit enchanting.

Inspired by winter woods and the way bare branches arc and reach toward each other overhead, this design captures that quiet sense of movement and momentum—like fresh starts slowly finding their way forward. Twisted-stitch motifs frame the edges with subtle texture, while the ribbed body creates a steady, calming rhythm that’s simple to settle into.

The result is a gentle, focused knit with beautiful drape and detail: an easy-to-wear shawlette that feels special without being fussy.

Needle Recommendations:
US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles 60 in (150cm) long cord

Gauge Recommendation:
18 stitchess x 28 rounds = 4” | 10 cm in pattern: purl 2, knit through the back loop

Dimensions:
76 in / 184 cm wingspan
17 in / 42 cm deep

Yardage:
1 skein of Bad Sheep Yarn Fingering weight (100g/463 yd | 432 m)
440 yds | 400 m