Naomi cable knit headband in 5 sizes

Naomi Cable Knit Headband in 5 Sizes by Kyla Zoran

What Is Being Made

The Naomi is a cable knit headband available in 5 different sizes, designed by independent knitting designer Kyla Zoran. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished headband by knitting flat in rows widthwise, then seaming the short ends together to form a complete band that fits around the head.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental flat knitting techniques worked in rows across the width of the headband. The construction method involves knitting the piece as a flat rectangle, then using a preferred seaming method to join the short ends together, creating the circular headband shape. The pattern distinguishes between odd-numbered right-side rows and even-numbered wrong-side rows to guide proper stitch orientation throughout the project.

Stitches and Cable Work

The Naomi features cable knit stitching as its primary decorative element. Cable knitting involves crossing groups of stitches over one another to create twisted, rope-like texture patterns. This technique adds visual interest and dimension to the headband while maintaining an intermediate difficulty level suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to expand their stitch repertoire.

Yarn and Materials

The pattern is designed to work with chunky and bulky weight yarns, offering flexibility across multiple yarn weights including Aran, Chunky, DK, Heavy Worsted, and Worsted options. The pictured headband was created using Hayfield Bonus Chunky yarn in Signal Red (977), a 100% acrylic yarn providing 150 yards per 3.5 ounces. One skein is sufficient to complete the project. Knitters should use US #10½/6.5mm knitting needles or adjust needle size as needed to achieve the specified gauge for proper fit across all 5 available sizes.

Pattern Format

The Naomi cable knit headband pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF, making it convenient for digital access and printing. This format allows knitters to reference instructions on screen or in printed form while working on their project.