A fun, beginner-friendly knitting machine pattern designed to help you build confidence while creating a wearable wardrobe staple. This striped headband pattern is knitted flat on a domestic knitting machine and constructed using simple shapes, making it perfect if you’re new to garment knitting or looking for a satisfying, quick project. The pattern focuses on clean stripes, an easy fit, and minimal shaping — ideal for learning how to manage colour changes and assemble a jumper without overwhelm. The end result? A cosy, playful knit you’ll actually want to wear (and remake in every colour). SIZE (MODEL WEARING) Wearing: Size Small Headband Height: approx. 94cm Headband Width: approx. 58cm YARN AND MATERIALS Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport, 100% Superwash Merino Wool; 50g (1.75 oz) / 136.5 yds (125 m), Knitting Needle Size: US 5 - 6 (3.75 - 4.0mm) SIZES (AMOUNT OF YARN USED) Size Small A (main colour) - 1 skeins of colour #1940 (Peach) B (second colour) - 1 skein of colour #822 (Pumpkin) Size Medium A (main colour) - 1 skeins of colour #1940 (Peach) B (second colour) - 1 skein of colour #822 (Pumpkin) Size Large A (main colour) - 2 skeins of colour #1940 (Peach) B (second colour) - 2 skein of colour #822 (Pumpkin) MACHINE USED I use the Silver Reed SK280 Standard Gauge Yarn Weight: Sport TOOLS Tapestry needle Scissors GAUGE Gauge: 9 sts x 16 rows = 4cm, on tension 8 (stitch dial) STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES Needle Position Cam Lever Stitch Dial (means tension) Side Lever Russel Levers Needle Pusher E-wrap Cast on Claw Weight Waste Yarn Transfer Tool (1x3)
