Across The Winter

#AcrossTheWinter: Cozy Knitted Headband Pattern

Introducing the #AcrossTheWinter headband, a small yet warm accessory that you can knit quickly, making it a perfect project for knitters of all skill levels. This stylish headband, enhanced with beautiful beads, serves as a chic eye-catcher and is especially ideal for individuals with long hair. It provides a practical solution to keep your ears warm without compromising your hairstyle. The headband is crafted in rounds, resulting in a luxurious double-layered design that offers extra insulation during chilly winter months.

Size Information

This headband is designed to fit a head circumference of 21.5” with a width of 4”. You can easily adjust the size by adding or reducing rounds, making it versatile for various head sizes.

Required Materials

For this project, you will need:

• 2 x 50g skeins of Pascuali Alpaca Fino (100% baby alpaca), which provides 100m (109yds) per skein, or an equivalent yarn that allows you to achieve the correct gauge.
• Two sets of double-pointed needles (DPN) in size 4.0mm (US6), or an alternate needle size to meet the gauge requirements.
• 1 stitch marker and a darning needle for finishing touches.

Gauge Information

The gauge for this pattern is 22 stitches and 28 rows per 4x4” square, using US6 (4.0mm) needles in stockinette stitch.

Techniques Used

This pattern incorporates several knitting techniques, including:

• Provisional cast-on for a neat edge.
• Knit stitches and bead incorporation (includes a detailed photo tutorial for seamless bead addition).
• Kitchener stitch or three-needle bind-off for finishing the headband.

What the Pattern Contains

The #AcrossTheWinter headband pattern includes:

• A comprehensive written pattern and a handy chart for reference.
• A detailed tutorial on how to add beads effectively, ensuring your project stands out.

Whether you're looking to create a warm winter accessory for yourself or as a gift for a loved one, this knitted headband is both functional and fashionable. Its simple yet engaging construction makes it a wonderful addition to your winter knitting collection. Get ready to embrace the chilly season with style!