Adams Multi Way Wrap

Adams Multi-Way Wrap by Alicia Plummer

What is Being Made

The Adams Multi-Way Wrap is a versatile knitted shawl designed by independent designer Alicia Plummer. This rectangular wrap measures 64 inches in length and 18.5 inches in width, making it an ideal accessory for layering and styling in multiple ways. The design is described as mindless, calming, and simple—a project perfect for knitters who want to pick up and put down their work without complex pattern concentration. The wrap is ideal for casual occasions such as beach outings, cookouts, or anywhere relaxation is the priority.

Techniques Used

The Adams Multi-Way Wrap employs a bias shift technique as its primary construction method. This bias construction adds visual interest and movement to the piece while maintaining the wrap's essential simplicity. The bias is created through strategic increases and decreases worked on the right side of the fabric, creating a subtle diagonal element that enhances the wrap's versatility without complicating the knitting process.

The wrap features striped colorwork worked in stockinette stitch. The stripes are created by alternating between a main color and a contrasting color in a specific sequence: 10 rows in the main color, followed by 2 rows in the contrasting color, then 2 rows in the main color, 6 rows in the contrasting color, and 4 rows in the main color. This striping pattern adds freshness and visual appeal to the finished piece.

Stitches Used

• Stockinette Stitch: The primary stitch throughout the entire wrap, creating a smooth, classic fabric
• Slip Stitch (sl1 kw): Used on the right side for edge definition
• Knit Stitch (k): The foundation stitch of the stockinette base
• Knit Two Together (k2tog): A right-leaning decrease used to create the bias shift
• Make One Right (m1r): A right-leaning increase used to create the bias shift
• Purl Stitch (p): Used on the wrong side to create stockinette texture

Materials and Specifications

The Adams Multi-Way Wrap is worked in Quince & Co Kestrel, a premium yarn composed of 100% organic linen. This natural fiber choice creates a lightweight, breathable wrap perfect for warm-weather wear. Each skein of Kestrel contains 76 yards and weighs 50 grams.

The pattern requires 6 skeins of Kestrel in the main color (MC) and 1 skein in the contrasting color (CC), totaling 456 yards of main color yarn and 76 yards of contrasting color yarn. Alternatively, knitters may substitute yarn of equivalent yardage.

The wrap is worked on US 10.5/6.5mm circular needles in a 32-inch length. The circular needle accommodates the width of the wrap comfortably while allowing for easy manipulation of stitches. A darning needle is required for weaving in yarn ends upon completion.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The pattern specifies a gauge of 16 stitches and 20 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on the larger needles. Achieving proper gauge is essential for the wrap to reach its intended finished dimensions of 64 inches in length and 18.5 inches in width.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as beginner level, making it accessible to knitters new to the craft or those seeking a straightforward, meditative project. The combination of basic stitches, simple color changes, and repetitive bias shifts creates an ideal introduction to wrap construction without overwhelming complexity.