Serpent Balaclava

ABOUT PATTERN:

Serpent Balaclava is a soft and fluffy head accessory for the cold months. The cute design frames the neck and face with ruffles which makes it a unique addition to any outfit.

Level of difficulty: Advanced beginner

SIZES:

One size

SUGGESTED YARN:

100 g Pearl Mohair, MAJO GARN, 210 m = 25 g

Yarn category/ Lace: 0

Note: This project is knit with four strands of mohair held together.

GAUGE:

20 sts x 25 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 in] in stockinette stitch

SUGGESTED NEEDLES:

3 mm [US 2.5] / 40 & 60 cm [16 & 24 in] circular needles

4 mm [US 6] / 40 & 60 cm [16 & 24 in] circular needles

ADDITIONAL: 

- A stitch marker

- Tapestry needle

- Row counter (I.e. Free app called 'Minimalist Stitch Counter) 

WORKFLOW:

Serpent Balaclava is knit from top down on circular needles.

You will start by working the top of the hood flat in stockinette stitch.

Then, you will pick up and knit stitches from the sides of the top and continue knitting flat in ''U-shape'' until your hood reaches the correct length.

After this, new stitches are casted under the chin. The work is joined in the round and the neck is worked in 1:1 rib (k1, p1) and finished with a ruffled edge.

To finish, new stitches are picked up around the face and a ruffled edge is worked similar to the neck.

Enjoy this pattern and happy knitting!