Product Description
The pattern is written for child, teen and adult size (one size 53-58), but can be easily modified for baby size just by decreasing number of rows. Chunky Lace Cable Headband is a one evening knit project that is perfect for a walk on a breezy day. This headband is worked in one piece on straight knitting needles. If you want the headband to be a bit wider take bulky yarn instead of medium worsted.
Chunky Lace Cable Headband by CrazyHands
What Is Being Made
The Chunky Lace Cable Headband is a cozy knitted earwarmer designed to provide warmth while showcasing decorative cable and lace stitch details. This headwear piece is crafted to fit head circumferences of 53-58 cm (21-23 inches), with finished dimensions of 48 cm in length and 9.5 cm in width, making it a versatile accessory for cold weather.
Craft and Technique
This is a knitting project suitable for beginners. The pattern uses double-pointed knitting needles in 6 mm (US 10/UK 4) size, which are ideal for working in the round on smaller circumference projects like headbands and earwarmers. The design incorporates both cable stitches and lace stitches, combining textured cables with openwork lace elements to create visual interest and dimension in the finished piece.
Stitches Used
- Cable stitches – twisted stitches that create raised, rope-like texture
- Lace stitches – openwork patterns created through yarn overs and decreases
Materials and Yarn Specifications
The pattern calls for worsted weight yarn (Weight Category 4 or 5 bulky can also work). The recommended yarn is EERDUOSI, a blend of 93% wool and 7% acrylic, with 99 meters per 50-gram skein. The pattern is designed to be knit with two strands of yarn held together, requiring approximately 200 meters (220 yards) per 100 grams of yarn. Alternative worsted or medium-weight yarns with similar yardage can be substituted if the specified brand is unavailable.
Additional Tools and Gauge
Beyond needles and yarn, you will need a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and a tape measure for checking finished measurements. The pattern is worked to a gauge of 14 stitches over 4 inches, which should be verified before beginning to ensure proper fit and finished dimensions.
Pattern Format
This is a downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer CrazyHands that includes detailed step-by-step instructions, multiple instructional photographs, and unlimited question-and-answer support from the designer to guide you through the project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | CrazyHands |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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