With spring in the air and girls who love headbands, I decided that it was time for something new.
I always love a bit of stash busting, this time from my bits and bobs basket. What to do with all those wee bits of left-over yarn?
I always love a bit of stash busting, this time from my bits and bobs basket. What to do with all those wee bits of left-over yarn?
May I introduce to you ... flower power headbands!
Don't you think they're so very pretty?
I had a terribly hard job getting photos, especially of little Tess and had to resort to a spot of bribery with a choccy biccy. Yum!
The headbands are quick knit and, just so you can make one too, I've written the pattern up for you!
And, it's free!
You can find the pattern here!
There are three sizes; small (toddler size), medium (4-9 years) and large (big girl and adult). I've designed a large and a small flower and, a super pretty leaf pattern!
Since the headbands only need a small amount of yarn they are a great way to use up the smaller bits from your stash. I used about 25g for the band and less for the flowers and leaf.
Ideally you'll use a double knitting yarn (light worsted weight) on 4mm (US size 6) needles. But, the pattern is fairly forgiving and you can easily improvise with lighter or heavier yarn if you like.
So, off you hop, have a rummage around in your stash!
I wonder what goodies you'll find?
Don't you think they're so very pretty?
I had a terribly hard job getting photos, especially of little Tess and had to resort to a spot of bribery with a choccy biccy. Yum!
The headbands are quick knit and, just so you can make one too, I've written the pattern up for you!
And, it's free!
You can find the pattern here!
There are three sizes; small (toddler size), medium (4-9 years) and large (big girl and adult). I've designed a large and a small flower and, a super pretty leaf pattern!
Since the headbands only need a small amount of yarn they are a great way to use up the smaller bits from your stash. I used about 25g for the band and less for the flowers and leaf.
Ideally you'll use a double knitting yarn (light worsted weight) on 4mm (US size 6) needles. But, the pattern is fairly forgiving and you can easily improvise with lighter or heavier yarn if you like.
So, off you hop, have a rummage around in your stash!
I wonder what goodies you'll find?
Very adorable headbands! The girls look like they're ready for Spring!
ReplyDeleteThanks Erin!
DeleteThese are great. I can't wait until you post the pattern, I have a fashion conscious 16 year old who would adore one (but I hesitate to guess what color she'll want...)
ReplyDeletePattern is on it's way...want to get it just right!!! My 8 year old has very firm views too - in fact, so does my 4 year old!!! They have to be VERY involved in the design process!!!!
Deleteahh cuteness!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm feeling quite excited, my first knitting pattern (for these headbands - free!) is nearly nearly ready!!!!
DeleteThese are so pretty and cheerful! I love the colours. You are inspiring me to re-teach myself to knit again...have I told you that, yet?
ReplyDeleteDo it Jessica!!!
DeleteWow these look great! I really must learn to knit one day... :)
ReplyDeleteNo time like the present Ruth! Thanks!
DeleteSo great! Wish I could knit, but I did pin these for "someday" Thanks for sharing on Made for You Monday
ReplyDeleteThese headbands are adorable! Maybe a jump start to my knitting dry spell.
ReplyDeleteThanks Nadia - they are a good quick knit. Great to use up little bits of yarn. Let me know if you have any questions! Enjoy!
DeleteWhen you way "double knitting yarn" do you mean actual double knitting technique? Or just a lighter weight yarn?
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