Knitted Checked Snood

The knitted checked snood is a cozy and stylish accessory that will keep you warm during chilly days. Its soft material feels gentle against your skin, making it a comfortable choice for any outfit. The classic checked pattern adds a touch of charm and sophistication to your look, perfect for both casual outings and dressier occasions. With this snood, you'll not only stay snug but also showcase your fashion flair effortlessly. It's a fabulous piece to mix and match with your wardrobe, adding a trendy twist to your overall ensemble. Embrace the warmth and style with the knitted checked snood – a delightful addition to your winter collection!

Skill level: intermediate

Supplies

• 1 skein each of Berroco Brielle yarn in Blond (Clr A), Rouille (Clr B) & Bleu (Clr C)
• US 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles, straight or circular
• 2 stitch markers
• scrap yarn for provisional cast on (optional, depending on technique used)
• tapestry needle for grafting and weaving in ends

Abbreviations & Terms

• WS – wrong side
• CO – cast on
• sts -stitches
• Clr – color (see supplies list above for colors used and their corresponding Clr abbreviations)
• RS – right side
• sl1 wyif – slip one stitch purlwise with yarn in front
• pm – place marker
• k – knit
• p – purl
• rep – repeat
• BO – bind off

Notes: This snood is knit using a method of colorwork called intarsia, which involves knitting part of a given row of knitting using multiple balls of yarn, but without carrying your yarn at the back of your work (a.k.a. fair isle or stranded knitting). 

A provisional cast on is used

Ends are joined using kitchener stitch (a.k.a. grafting)

Gauge & Dimensions: 16 stitches x 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch with measurements taken after wet blocking. Finished snood measures approx. 18 inches tall and 26.5 inches in circumference after wet blocking.

Pattern:

Setup

row 1. (WS) Provisional CO 64 sts in Clr A.

2. (RS) sl1 wyif A, k1A, pm, k20A, k20B, k20C, pm, k2C.

3. sl1 wyif C, k1C, sm, p20C, p20B, p20A, sm, k2A.

4-21. Rep rows 2-3.

22. (RS) sl1 wyif A, k1A, sm, p60A, sm, k2A. Break all 3 yarns, leaving a 4-6 inch tail.

Section 1

23. (WS) sl1 wyif A, k1B, sm, p60B, sm, k2B.

24. (RS) sl1 wyif B, k1B, sm, k20B, k20C, k20A, sm, k2A.

25. sl1 wyif A, k1A, sm, p20A, p20C, p20B, sm, k2B.

26-43. Rep rows 24-25.

44. (RS) sl1 wyif B, k1B, sm, p60B, sm, k2B. Break all 3 yarns, leaving a 4-6 inch tail.

Section 2

45. (WS) sl1 wyif B, k1C, sm, p60C, sm, k2C.

46. (RS) sl1 wyif C, k1C, sm, k20C, k20A, k20B, sm, k2B.

47. sl1 wyif B, k1B, sm, p20B, p20A, p20C, sm, k2C.

48-65. Rep rows 24-25.

66. (RS) sl1 wyif C, k1C, sm, p60C, sm, k2C. Break all 3 yarns, leaving a 4-6 inch tail.

Section 3

67. (WS) sl1 wyif C, k1A, sm, p60A, sm, k2A.

68. (RS) sl1 wyif A, k1A, pm, k20A, k20B, k20C, pm, k2C.

69. sl1 wyif C, k1C, sm, p20C, p20B, p20A, sm, k2A.

70-87. Rep rows 2-3.

88. (RS) sl1 wyif A, k1A, sm, p60A, sm, k2A. Break all 3 yarns, leaving a 4-6 inch tail.

Repeat sections 1-2 one more time.

Finishing

BO all sts using a kitchener stitch and Clr A. Weave in all ends and wet block to finish.