Knitted Garter Stitch Headband

The knitted garter stitch headband is a charming accessory perfect for adding a touch of coziness and style to your outfit. With its soft texture and warm feel, it's not just a practical way to keep your ears warm on chilly days but also a fun way to showcase your creativity and love for handmade items. Whether you're a knitting enthusiast or looking for a unique gift for a friend, this headband is sure to bring a smile to your face with its simple yet beautiful design. So grab your knitting needles, pick your favorite yarn colors, and create a lovely headband that's as delightful to make as it is to wear!

Yarn: Approx 25g of 4 Seasons Marvel Soft 8ply

Needles: 4mm straight needles

Tension: 22 sts x 30 rows = 10cm2 (but tension is not crucial for this project)

Notions: Craft scissors, tapestry needle, tape measure, calculator.

Determine Headband Length

Measure the head circumference of the intended wearer. Make sure to measure around where you intend the headband to sit.
Record the circumference here: ________

Multiply this number by 0.8. Record that number here: _______

This second number is going to be the length of your headband.

Headband

Cast on 15 sts, leaving a tail at least 30cm long. Work in garter stitch until the piece is the length you calculated earlier (head circumference x 0.8). Cast off all stitches. Cut a tail that is 3 metres long. Secure this long tail in a butterfly/small centre-pull ball.

Using the tail from the cast on, sew the cast on and cast off edges together using whip stitch and weave in end.

Form a gather at the seam like a paper fan 

Holding the seam in this gather with one hand, wind the long tail from the cast on around the seam multiple times until this wrap is as wide and as thick as desired. Fasten off and weave in this end.

Steam block if desired.