Bearded Viking Helmet

Who doesn’t want to be able to transform into a Viking at the drop of a hat? (Pun totally intended) This hat is made up of a few small pieces put together to create the perfect face-warmer, mask, helmet and accessory. It’s fun to make and uses a variety of needle sizes, yarn weights and techniques to keep you interested. In the end, you get your own Viking personality!

Finished Measurements: to fit head circumference 21-23 inches (53-58.5 cm)

Materials

Size US 11 (8.00 mm) 20 inch circular needles Size US 6 (4.00 mm) dpns Size US 10 (6.00 mm) straight needles 150 yards of brown heavy worsted weight yarn for body of hat 100 yards of white dk weight yarn for horns 100 yards of grey dk weight yarn for “metal” details 300 yards of worsted weight dark brown for beard Stitch marker Darning needle

Gauge: 13 sts x 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on size US 11 (8.00 mm) needles (the body of the hat)

Pattern Glossary CO – cast on BO