The Basic Balaclava is a one-size balaclava, perfect for beginner-intermediate knitters. It is worked from the top of the head down. This pattern includes images, diagrams, links to external videos, and no abbreviations! The pattern is written in English.

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Easy/Beginner

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50 g worsted weight yarn
5.0 mm (US 8) circular needles (40 cm or longer)
4.5 mm (US 7) circular needles (40-50cm)

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stockinette stitch
picking up stitches
M1L and M1R increasing
provisional cast on
1x1 rib