Update : Nov 22 2024 I’ve updated the SPECIAL TECHNIQUES section of the pattern with my latest video for Folded hem bindoff. I have included alternate methods to achieve the folded hem as well. No changes made to the pattern instructions. Thank you for your support! ♥️

My regular wardrobe is pretty mundane and basic, but being a knitter opens up so many possibilities to add uniqueness and interest to it. I am sure many other knitters feel the same way. A hood is one such interesting accessory that provides a soft and warm covering for most of the head and the neck. It can be a versatile fashion alternative to wearing a hat during the cold seasons for all age groups.

“Matte Hood” is a hip accessory designed to be a reasonably quick, fun, and enjoyable knit. The stitch pattern reminded me of ‘matte’ finished surfaces that are dull and muted, yet convey a subtle sophistication.

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FEATURES
♡ Written for 5 sizes, with detailed construction and schematic diagrams.
♡ Stitch pattern is easy to memorize, visually interesting and creates a cozy fabric for the hood.
♡ Suitable for TV or conversation knitting for experienced knitters.
♡ A willing beginner knitter will find it manageable too as there is no shaping or knitting in the round.
♡ For knitters of all experience levels, it provides a small project to practice several finishing techniques - folded hem bind-off, i-cord knitting, seaming, sideways border, pick up and knit.

Read my blogpost to know more about what went into Matte Hood design.

Many thanks to Malabrigo Yarn for their support with this design.

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PROJECT DETAILS
SIZING
Sizes 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
To fit head circumferences: 17-19 (19-20.5, 20-21, 21.5-22.5, 23-24)“ / 43-48 (48-52, 50-53, 54-57, 58-60) cm.
Size 5 sample shown on 21.5” / 54 cm head circumference.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Height: 12.75 (14.5, 15.5, 16.5, 18)“ / 32 (37, 39, 42, 45) cm.
Hood width (top): 8 (8.5, 9, 9, 9)” / 20 (21, 22.5, 22.5, 22.5) cm.
Cowl circumference (bottom): 21.5 (23, 25.5, 26.5, 28.5)“ / 53.5 (57.5, 63.5, 66, 71) cm.

YARN REQUIREMENTS
251 (297, 344, 370, 409) yards / 230 (272, 315, 339, 374) m of worsted weight yarn.

YARN USED IN SAMPLE
2 skeins of Malabrigo Worsted, 100% Merino Wool
210 yards / 192 m per 100g / 3.5 oz in Burgundy colorway.

NEEDLES USED
4.5 mm / US 7 circular needles, minimum length 24”/ 60 cm for working flat.

GAUGE
21 sts x 36 rows = 4” / 10 cm, in Matte stitch, blocked.

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle.
Optional: 2 x 4.5 mm / US 7 dpns to make i-cord, 2 x locking stitch markers to secure both ends of i-cord during blocking.

Note: The finished measurements and yardage requirements for your item may vary from what is listed in the pattern depending on your gauge, the fiber content of your yarn, whether it is non-superwash or superwash, what blocking method is used, and how aggressively it is blocked.

TECHNIQUES
Slipped stitches, Folded hem bindoff, I-cord knitting, pick up and knit, seaming.