Pirate Costume (hairpiece) by Shannon Erling

Pirate Costume (hairpiece)

Loom Knitting
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
306 yards (280 m)
Variable to fit any size head.
English

This pattern is for a fabric cap with attached hairpieces. It is made with multiple strands of i-cord “dreadlocks” and beads sewn to a piece of cloth, which is then tied on as a cap. Cap be made to fit any size head.

It specifies the Knifty Knitter yellow long loom, but the i-cords made be made on any large gauge loom.

Techniques:

  • E-wrap
  • I-cord

Supplies:

  • 1 skein black chunky/bulky yarn
  • 1 skein brown and black chunky/bulky yarn
  • 1/4 yard fabric in red or a pirate theme print
  • Yarn needle and thread
  • Size # 13 glass beads, wooden beads, and pendants to attach to hairpiece/cap

See also Pirate Costume (boots).