Fiber Trends by Bev Galeskas Quick to knit afghans and shawls shown in handpainted wool and mohair. Sizes, including fringe: Square Afghan: 63"square, Triangle Shawl: 78 across top, Octagon Afghan: 73" in diameter, Half Octagon Shawl: 73" across top. Yarn Requirements: For shawls, 660 yds of mohair (MC) and 120 yds of contrast (CC). For afghans, 1320 yds of mohair (MC) and 190 yds of contrast (CC). The contrast, used for eyelet rows, may be a different texture as shown or a second color. Yardage includes enough for a 6" mohair fringe. Changing the length or thickness of fringe will change these requirements.