Base Doodle Headband by Jamie Lomax

Base Doodle Headband

Knitting
August 2024
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in colorwork
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
40 - 140 yards (37 - 128 m)
14, 16, 18 (20, 22, 24) in head circumference
English
This pattern is available for $5.00 USD buy it now

Base Doodle Headband is a great starter project, this headband is perfect for “that one special chart” and works up super fast. Ideal for a seasonal accessory or easy gifting!

Doodles by Pacific Knit Co. use modular patterns & whimsical colorwork motifs to inspire makers to design and knit their perfect project in an easy to follow structure.

Pattern Shape + Charts + Colors = Unique Design!

Now that you’ve got your pattern shape, choose and arrange your Doodle charts and yarn colors. Then, just follow the instructions to create your very own custom project.

3 EASY STEPS TO MAKE YOUR HEADBAND:

  1. Work Lower Ribbing
  2. Design & Knit your Colorwork
  3. Work Upper Ribbing

SIZE
Circumference: 14, 16, 18 (20, 22, 24) in 35, 40, 45 (50, 55,
60) cm
Height: 2, 2.5, 3 (3.5, 4, 4) in 5, 6, 7.5 (9, 10, 10) cm

YARN
Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn.
Sample uses 85% Superwash Merino and 15% Nylon
DK by Fangirl Fibers, 100g 246 yards 225 m.
Approximate Yardage for Colorwork:
40, 60, 80 (100, 120, 140) yards
37, 55, 73 (91, 110, 128) meters

NEEDLES
US 5 / 3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
One size smaller for ribbing (optional)
16 or 24 in 40 or 60 cm circular needles based on size

GAUGE
24 sts & 24 rnds = 4 in 10 cm in colorwork

NOTIONS
Stitch Markers (one in different color)
Tapestry Needle

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES
Stranded colorwork in the round, ribbing

SHARING
#DoodleHeadband @pacificknitco