Cable Car Earwarmer by Nicole F. Cox

Cable Car Earwarmer

This pattern is available from thismomentisgood.com for $9.99.

Pattern Description (Loom Needed and Skill Level)

10 unique earwarmer/headband patterns done on the loom! These make lovely, quick gifts for any occasion.

  1. “Happy” Headband: Double thick and featuring the word “HAPPY” this earwarmer is designed to keep your head extra warm. Perfect for the person living in a climate with cold winters. Directions are also given for a single thickness fabric (not pictured). Loom Needed: 3/8” Peg spacing (PS) with 80 pegs (Knitting Board, all-in-one, 3/8” ps loom used in sample). Level: Confident Beginner

  2. Twisted Turban Headband: Single thick, twisted rib headband/earwarmer. This style headband molds the head nicely due to the ribbing making it extra comfortable. Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, round loom with 22 pegs (Knitting Board, all-in-one, 3/8” ps loom used in sample). Level: Confident Beginner and above

  3. Center-Knot Headband: Double thick and extra-wide, Faux rib headband/earwarmer. Although double thick, this headband remains light due to the faux rib made by slip stitch and molds nicely to the head. Ultra-soft warmth! Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, round loom with 80 pegs. You may change peg count for other sizes but stitch numbers must be even. Directions are for adult sizes only (Knitting Board, all-in-one, 3/8” ps loom used in sample). Level: Confident Beginner

  4. Double-Wave Headband: A fun and easy, waving color design is used to make this headband. The stitch pattern creates a thick fabric making this headband extra-warm. Loom Needed: 5/8”-3/4” peg spacing, large gauge, round loom with 36 pegs. Pattern works in multiples of 4. (Knifty Knitter, 36 peg, red, round loom). Level: Confident Beginner

  5. Petal Tuck Headband: Double-thick edges that resemble petals and tuck stitch are combined to give this pretty earwarmer a totally unique look! Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, round or adjustable loom with 78 pegs. (Knitting Board, all-in-one adjustable loom, 3/8” PS, was used to make sample). Level: Confident Beginner

  6. Striped Headband: The yarn and stitch pattern combine to give a sporty, yet feminine look to this soft earwarmer! Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, round or adjustable loom with 78 pegs. (Knitting Board, all-in-one adjustable loom, 3/8” PS, was used to make sample). Level: Confident Beginner

  7. Cable Car Earwarmer: Three cable columns accent this classic earwarmer. The generous width will keep your head and ears warm while looking stylish. A row of buttons adds the final touch! Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, loom with 20 pegs. (CinDWood, 3/8” peg spacing, 40 peg round loom was used to make sample). Level: Intermediate

  8. Argyle Earwarmer: Updated Argyle color pattern in subtle wintry colors make this the perfect cold weather accessory. Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, round loom with 72 (small ladies) or 84 (medium/large ladies) pegs. (All-in-One Knitting Board adjustable loom was used to make sample). Pattern works in multiples of 12. Level: Confident Beginner, experience with Fair Isle is needed. How to do Fair Isle!

  9. Braided Earwarmer: Three columns of fabric are worked separately, then braided together to form this gorgeous headband. Wear it with the braid up front or turban style. It’s not only stylish but also very warm! Loom Needed: 3/8” peg spacing, small gauge, loom with 9 pegs. (Knitting Board, CinDWood 3/8” Peg spacing looms or others). Level: Confident Beginner

  10. Fishtail Earwarmer: Extra thick and warm, cable earwarmer, that resembles multiple strands of rope going in opposite directions. Chunky yarn makes fast work of this headband! Loom Needed: 5/8” peg spacing, large gauge, round loom with 24 pegs. (Blue Knifty Knitter used in sample, 20 pegs used). Level: Intermediate and above. You should be experienced with cables on the loom before attempting this headband. This pattern also requires the provisional cast-on and bind-off.

LOOM NOTE: Although the loom used in the sample is given for each headband, any brand that fits the peg numbers needed and peg spacing is fine to use (brand of the loom does not matter in the final results)

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