The texture of this headband was inspired by dew drops forming on the leaves of reeds. The name Ulmo, in turn, is derived from the mythology of Middle-earth created by author J. R. R. Tolkien. Different stitch patterns are worked on the inside and outside of the headband, making it reversible and versatile to wear. Thanks to the slip-stitch textures, a plush and warm accessory is created even with fingering-weight yarn.

SIZES
1 (2, 3)

Recommended ease: 0.5–1.5” / 1–4 cm of negative ease.

FINSHED MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 19.75 (21.25, 22.75)“ / 50 (54, 58) cm.
Width: approx. 3.5 (4, 4.25)” / 9 (10, 11) cm.

MATERIALS
Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply (70% Falkland Wool, 15% Bluefaced Leicester, 15% Bluefaced Kerry Hill, 437 yds / 400 m – 100 g), 1 skein in the colourway Weathered Driftwood.

Or approx. 219 (252, 284) yds / 200 (230, 260) m of similar fingering-weight yarn.

Alternative yarn suggestions are for example Heritage by Cascade or Wonder Wool 4ply by Novita.

Needles: US 2 / 2.75 mm 32” / 80 cm circular needles.

Notions: Contrasting colour waste yarn for Provisional Cast-On, 2 stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn. For the bind-off, a crochet hook (smaller than the main needles) and a second long circular needle.

GAUGE
29 sts x 36 rnds to 4” / 10 cm in St St, after blocking.
38 sts x 42 rnds to 4” / 10 cm in Textured Patt on N1, after blocking.
34 sts x 42 rnds to 4” / 10 cm in Textured Patt on N2, after blocking.

HELPFUL TUTORIAL
Russian Grafting