Turbie-Twist Headband

Description

This headband has a small amount of cable-work and is perfect for knitters who want to learn to cable. Detailed written and charted instructions are provided for the center twist cable. This project works up 2-3 hours on any sport-weight yarn.

The directions explain how to create a custom fit for any size head. The back of the headband has a two-button closure.

Equipment needed: US size 6 (metric 4 mm) knitting needles for sport weight version US size 8 (metric 5 mm) knitting needles for worsted weight version cable needle crochet hook (for weaving in 2 ends) sewing needle and thread matching the color of the yarn.

Materials:

160 meters of sport weight yarn or 100 meters of worsted weight yarn Two 2 cm buttons