Capri Bandana is a little piece of summer you can always carry with you. It smells like salty air, lemon groves, and quiet mornings where you never have to rush.

Imagine riding a scooter through narrow streets, warm wind in your hair, and the sun gently touching your skin. Lightweight, airy, and knitted in breathable cotton, it was created to accompany you through the warmest days – at the beach, in the city, at music festivals, or during lazy coffee afternoons. It’s a quick, relaxing project that’s an absolute joy to knit and even better to wear.

Because sometimes happiness doesn’t require grand plans. All you need is a bit of yarn, a few peaceful evenings with your needles, and a bandana to remind you that summer is more a state of mind than a season.

WHY YOU’D LOVE THIS PATTERN

Thoughtful Fit & Shaping: Designed with German Short Rows (GSR) to shape the forehead line, ensuring the bandana fits comfortably and sits neatly on your head.
Video Tutorials: Boost your skills! The pattern features clickable links and QR codes to helpful video tutorials (including a special bind-off technique for stockinette to prevent curling).
Neat Edges & Ties: Features built-in i-cord side edges and integrated i-cord ties for an easy, stylish tie-up.
Perfect Summer Knit: A quick, satisfying stash-buster project that results in a chic, practical accessory.

PATTERN DETAILS & TECHNICAL INFO
Sizes
S (M) L (XL) XXL

Designed to fit adult head circumferences: 54–55 (56–57) 58–59 (60–61) 62–63 cm / 21.2–21.6 (22–22.4) 22.8–23.2 (23.6–24) 24.4–24.8 in.

Finished Measurements:
A (Height): 33 (35) 37 (39) 41 cm / 13 (13.75) 14.5 (15.3) 16.1 in
B (Width): 66 (68) 70 (72) 74 cm / 26 (26.75) 27.5 (28.3) 29.1 in

Gauges / Tension
28 sts × 42 rows = 10 × 10 cm / 4 × 4 in Stockinette Stitch on 3.0 mm (US 2.5) needles.

Needles
3.0 mm (US 2.5) circular needles with a 60 cm / 24 in cable

Notions
Stitch marker, tapestry needle, waste yarn or barber cords / stitch holders.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE PDF?
Step-by-step written pattern instructions.
Active links and QR codes for video tutorial support.
Glossary of abbreviations and tips for gauge swatching and blocking.