Four I-cords grow from a stockinette base and are braided together to make the Olympia Headband. Springy, washable merino is the perfect yarn choice for this cute project.

Finished Size 19¼“ circumference and ¾” wide.

Yarn Valley Yarns Valley Superwash DK (100% extra fine superwash merino wool; 137 yd 125 m/1¾ oz 50 g): #24 passion plum, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by WEBS.

Needles Size 6 (4 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle.

Gauge 24 sts and 30 rows = 4” in St st.