This headband was inspired by the unique shape of the Monstera Leaf.

One size. Finished circumference is 20.5” / 52cm.

Suggested Needles: 2.5mm / US 1.5 32” / 80cm circular needles for magic loop, or your preferred needles for small circumference knitting in the round. (Use size required to meet gauge)

Gauge: 34 stitches and 29 rows = 4” / 10cm, of stitch pattern knit in the round and after blocking.

• Please note that achieving row gauge is of particular importance as it will affect the fit of the Headband.

Yarn: sport weight
60 g / 240 yds / 220 m total
30 g / 120 yds / 110 m of each colour

Samples used: Spincycle Yarns, Dyed in the Wool and Nocturne, 100% wool (50 grams / 200 yards)
Sample 1 colours used:
C1 - Silhouette, Nocturne
C2 - Under the Wave, Dyed in the Wool
Sample 2 colours used:
C1 - Labradorite, Dyed in the Wool
C2 - Neveruary, Dyed in the Wool

Construction: Using the provisional cast on method, the Headband is knit in the round resembling a tube shape, and seamed together at the end using the Kitchener stitch method. The scrunchie is then knit flat, and seamed around the headband.

Tools:
stitch marker, crochet hook for provisional cast on, tapestry needle, scrap yarn.

Techniques Used:
Provisional cast on
Stranded colourwork
Kitchener stitch