Large Balaclava Hood with Rib Neck

Description

This pattern will guide you through creating a cozy and oversized balaclava hood with a ribbed neck for extra warmth and style. Perfect for cold weather adventures!

Materials

• Yarn: Aran weight yarn (UK: 10 Ply, AU: 8 Ply) in your choice of color - approximately 250g (Imperial: 8.8 oz, Metric: 200m)
• Needles: US 8 (UK 6, Metric 5mm) circular needles and double-pointed needles
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

18 stitches x 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Instructions

Ribbed Neck

1. Using circular needles, cast on 120 stitches.
2. Place marker and join in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
3. Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 6 inches.

Hood

1. Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every round) and continue in the round for 12 inches.
2. Shape crown: Round 1: *K6, k2tog; repeat from * around. Round 2: Knit. Round 3: *K5, k2tog; repeat from * around. Round 4: Knit. Continue in this manner, knitting 1 stitch less between decreases on each decrease round until 12 stitches remain.
3. Break yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining stitches and pull tight to close the crown.

Finishing

Weave in all ends and block the balaclava hood to shape. Your cozy and stylish balaclava hood with a ribbed neck is now ready to wear!

Created by purlJam with the help of magic AI dust. Shop Verde for patterns and yarn.

Disclaimer: Enjoy the fun! Accuracy of patterns cannot be guaranteed. Remember to use and share content responsibly when engaging with this AI-powered app.