Bergen Headband by Karousel Knitting

Bergen Headband

Knitting
February 2026
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
22 stitches = 4 inches
in k1 p1 rib
US 1½ - 2.5 mm
219 - 383 yards (200 - 350 m)
Customizable/One size Women's/Men's
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

OVERVIEW
Avoid a sweaty scalp with this stretchy and simple headband inspired by the active life in Bergen, Norway. When you want to keep your ears warm and let the top of your head have air.
Use any scrap yarn you have and customize the width of the headband by knitting until you have no more yarn. The perfect scrap yarn project that leaves nothing behind.

SIZES
One size - women/men
Fits most women’s and men’s heads

YARN
Sample uses 40 grams DROPS flora (use any fingering-weight yarn)
Alternatives: Add a mohair or substitue with DK-weight yarn for a warmer headband.

GAUGE
22 sts = 10 cm after blocking.
Needle size is only a guide. If you get too many stitches on 10 cm, change to a larger needle size. If you get too few stitches on 10 cm, change to a smaller needle size.

MATERIALS
The width of the headband is customizable. The sample is folded, making it double.
2.5 mm circular needles (using magic loop method) or double pointed needles.