Bandana Trio: Purchase 2 bandana patterns and get 1 free to complete your set!

‘Cahaya’ (/t͡ʃa(h)aja/) which in Bahasa Melayu means “light,” “radiant” and “shine.” When we think of cahaya, we think of jewels. Like diamonds glimmering through the morning sun, flickering through the atmosphere and making your day a little brighter.

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The Cahaya Bandana is a bottom-up kerchief, knitted with DK weight yarn. It features a simple diamond pattern that is easy to memorise, and is recommended for anyone at a beginner level.

It is available in THREE sizes with TWO finishing options and uses a small amount of yarn, making the bandana a great addition to your accessories made with leftover scraps.

SIZES: 1 (2) 3 to fit toddlers (child/teen) adult.

Length: 15 (20) 25 / 6 (8) 10”
Width: 27.5 (35) 45cm/ 11 (14) 18”

CONSTRUCTION

The Cahaya Bandana is knitted flat bottom up, gradually increasing the size with lace work incorporated throughout the pattern. Once the desired length is reached, the bandana is finished with two finishing options and ties.

SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER - ADVANCED BEGINNER

MATERIALS:

DK Weight Yarn, needles, scissors, darning needle, measuring tape

SUGGESTED NEEDLES

• 3.5mm (US 4) needles or any size to obtain gauge.

YARN:
Pink Sample made in Size 3 knitted with Drops Design Belle in Shade Mauve (approximately 85 m / 93 yds) on 3.5mm (US 4) needles.

YARDAGE:
Approx. 40 (54) 85 m / 44 (59) 93 yds.

Additional yardage may be required if you opt to lengthen the piece.

Suggested Yarn:
Drops Belle
Drops Cotton Light
Drops Cotton Merino
Drops Muskat