Balaclava is worked in a round featuring different fair isle colorwork.
2x2 ribbing included for the bottom hem and face opening.

Finished measurements (unstretched, after blocking):
21” (53 cm) neck circ, 18” (46 cm) head circ, 21” (53 cm) height
Gauge:
14 sts x 19 rows per 4” / 10cm in Stockinette stitch
Yarn requirements:
Any Chunky weight yarn with approx. 137 yards/125 m in 100 gr
MC (main color) 189 yards / 172 m
CC1 (purple) 17 yards / 15 m
CC2 (orange) 9 yards / 8 m
CC3 (blue) 33 yards / 30 m
CC4 (red) 36 yards / 33 m
Sample shown has been knit with Mondial Merino Plus in 5 colors.
Needles and notions:
24” / 60 cm circular needle size US 11 / 8 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
DPNs matching size (optional)
Beginning of round stitch marker
Tapestry needle