Doris by Rohn Strong

Doris

Knitting
May 2013
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 8 - 5.0 mm
One Size (22 in. circumference)
English
This pattern is available in print for $5.50.

The turban was an iconic hat during WWII. The two versions of this turban are constructed using short rows and are seamed up the back. The Band’s are knit separately and sewn on afterward. This is a quick one skein wonder!

Difficulty: Easy

Finished Size: 22in. in circumference

Materials: Miss Babs Northumbria DK (100% BFL Superwash Wool); 1 skein Oyster Monochrome 3.5oz/240yds (CYCA 4, medium) worsted weight yarn

16” (40.5 cm) Circular knitting needles, size 8 (5.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

Tapestry needle

Gauge: 20 sts = 4” in garter stitch