Monday 25 June 2012

Beaded Rib Headband

Please note: this pattern is now available to download as a pdf from Craftsy for $2. It will still be freely available on this blog, but I thought people might want the opportunity to download a pdf version.

Unisex headband in an interesting textured rib pattern. The pictured headband was knitted with my handspun yarn, but I suggest a commercially available alternative. Instructions are given for two sizes: ladies' and men's. Instructions for smaller size are given first, followed by instructions for larger size in brackets. 

Beaded rib headband free knitting pattern by Littletheorem. Handspun yarn, quick easy knit.

Yarn: Handspun Icelandic yarn OR Solitude Yarns Icelandic, 1 skein. Approx 75 (90) metres of yarn required.
Needles: 4 mm/US 6 dpns
Gauge: 22 stitches = 4” in stocking stitch.
Dimensions: Small: stretches to fit 22” head. Large: stretches to fit 24” head
Notation:
CO = cast on
k = knit
p = purl
dpn = double pointed needle.

Beaded rib headband free knitting pattern by Littletheorem. Handspun yarn, quick easy knit.

 
Directions
Beaded Rib Pattern:
Round 1: *k3, p2* to end of round.
Round 2: *k1, p1, k1, p2* to end of round.

CO 100 (120) stitches over 3 dpns and join in the round.

Work in beaded rib pattern until headband measures 3.5 (4)”

Bind off all stitches and weave in any loose ends and you’re done!