What you'll need
| One size only: | width 11 cm / 4.3 '' / length 48 cm / 18.9 '' |
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YKA009_016
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Product Description
Kiara is a headband decorated with a different cables going around the head.
The headband is knitted transversal. Therefore it can be easily adjusted to larger head circumferences.
Knitted in virgin wool it will be the perfect headband for colder days.
Skill Level: Advanced
Size: Head circumference 52 cm / 20,5 ''
Finished Measurements: width 11 cm / 4.3 '' / length 48 cm / 18.9 ''
Materials: „Merino 100%“ by Katia (100 % Merino Wool, approx. 102 m – 111 yds / 50 g): 1 skein in Colour 1 white
Needles: 1 set of 4.00 mm (US 6) straight needles, 1 additional double point needle (help-needle) also size 4.00 mm (US 6)
Gauges: 24 stitches, 34 rows to 10 cm knitted with 4.00 mm (US 6) needles - stockinette stitch, blocked
Kiara Headband by Bettina Kast
What is Being Made
The Kiara Headband is a knitted accessory designed to wrap around the head with decorative cable patterns running horizontally around the circumference. This headband is crafted from virgin Merino wool, making it an ideal choice for cold weather wear. The finished headband measures approximately 11 cm in width and 48 cm in length, fitting head circumferences of 52 cm (20.5 inches). The transversal knitting construction allows for easy adjustment to accommodate larger head sizes.
Techniques Used
The Kiara Headband employs cable knitting as its primary decorative technique. The headband is knitted transversally, meaning it is worked across the width rather than lengthwise, which provides flexibility for fitting different head sizes. This construction method simplifies customization while maintaining the integrity of the cable patterns. The pattern requires attention to gauge consistency to ensure proper measurements and adequate yarn yardage for completion.
Stitches Used
The pattern features cable stitches as the main decorative element, with stockinette stitch used as the base fabric. The cables are worked using a double point needle (help-needle) to temporarily hold stitches while creating the twisted cable effects that give the headband its distinctive appearance.
Materials and Tools
- Yarn: Katia "Merino 100%" (100% Merino Wool) in white, requiring 1 skein with approximately 102–111 yards per 50 grams. DK weight yarn is used throughout the project.
- Needles: 1 set of 4.00 mm (US 6) straight needles and 1 additional 4.00 mm (US 6) double point needle for cable work
- Gauge: 24 stitches and 34 rows per 10 cm in stockinette stitch when knitted with 4.00 mm needles and blocked. Maintaining exact gauge is critical to ensure proper finished measurements and sufficient yarn for completion.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as Advanced difficulty, requiring knitters to have solid experience with cable techniques and gauge management before beginning the project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | Bettina Kast |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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