It’s easy to knit and easy to wear--no sewing, grafting, or blocking. You can wear it to cover the hairline, pull it down over your ears, or push the whole turban back on your head. It can also be worn as a hood. Pattern includes detailed instructions and photos for how to put it on. With a twist and a flip, this turban practically arranges itself.

The idea for this pattern came from paintings of Medieval fortune-tellers. The cotton version is comfy in warm weather, and wool or wool blend yarn can be used for cooler days. The gauge for cotton worsted weight is 20 st = 5.5”, but it’s different for wool: 20 st = 5”.

Uses US no. 7 circular needle with 30” - 40” cable and a large stitch holder is recommended. One super-size (200 yds) skein of Lily Sugar ‘n Cream cotton worsted yarn is just right for this project.

Check my blog for knitting tips and variations for this pattern.

http://amandashappyhearth.blogspot.com/

This design is available as a crochet pattern, Fortune-Teller Turban in Crochet.

HELP FOR HAITI: 100% of the designer’s profit from the sale of this pattern were donated to Save the Children Federation: Haiti Earthquake Children in Emergency Fund, from January 20 through February 15, 2010. Thanks to everyone who bought my patterns during those weeks!