Friday 23 December 2011

Quick Stocking Filler No 2, Cable-knit Headband


Time's running out and if you're anything like me there'll still be those last minute pressies to find. Here's a little number - great for 'girls' of all ages and it takes but a few of hours to knit. If there's no time, treat someone or yourself and knit one for the New Year. We saw similar on the catwalk a A/W 2010/11 (yes that designer we all love - my  inspiration for this pattern) and now they're hitting the streets. Knitted with two strands of dk yarn(or chunky) and a pair of 8mm needles to give a chunky but loose knit for maximum flexibility. It's one size only so can be worn by grown-ups too - it's only pictured here on the little one because she's so much cuter than me. Great to keep you ears warm if you like your updo's (or if like me you just don't have the time to style your hair these days). If you're new to knitting and haven't yet tried 'the cable', here's a good opportunity - with something that's not too hardcore.