Knitted Clay Headband
If you're in the mood for cozy, handmade accessories, the knitted clay headband is just what you need to add a touch of charm to your outfit! This unique headband combines the warmth of knitted yarn with the elegance of clay embellishments, creating a stylish and versatile accessory that is perfect for any day out. Whether you're heading to a coffee date with friends or simply running errands, this headband will keep you looking cute and feeling comfortable. The soft knit material will keep your ears warm on chilly days, while the clay embellishments add a fun and playful twist to your look. Treat yourself to this adorable and functional accessory that is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe!
Measurements: To fit women’s medium (54-56 cm/ 21 3/4 – 22″).
If you are knitting for a smaller/bigger circumference just knit fewer/ more rows.
Gauge: 10 x 10 cm = 21 sts x 28 rows in stockinette stitch after blocking.
Gauge is not crucial for this project.
Finished size:
- Width: 10.5 cm (4.15″) wide.
- Circumference: 50cm (19.75″).
Supplies
To knit this headband you will need the following supplies:
- Yarn: ~50g (1.8oz) light weight yarn (category #3). I used Drops Lima in the color rust (mix 0707). It’s a blend of 65% wool and 35% alpaca. If you don’t have the mentioned yarn at hand, here are similar yarn options:
- Rowan Alpaca Soft DK
- Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light
- Needles: 4mm (US6) knitting needles or size needed to obtain the gauge.
- Cable needle (if you don’t have a cable needle, you can substitute it with a double-pointed needle or a large enough safety pin)
- Tapestry needle
- Scissors
Abbreviations
CO – cast on.
St (s) – stitch (es).
K – knit.
P – purl.
Sl – slip stitch purlwise with yarn in front.
C4B – Slip 2 stitches onto cable needle and leave at back of work. Knit the next 2 stitches, then knit the stitches from the cable needle.
C4F – Slip 2 stitches onto cable needle and leave at front of work. Knit the next 2 stitches, then knit the stitches from the cable needle.
CLAY HEADBAND KNITTING PATTERN
Cast on
CO on 32 sts using the Long-tail cast-on method or the one you prefer.
Headband
The first and last 3 stitches form the i-cord edging. You will knit the first 3 stitches of every row, and slip the last 3 stitches of every row.
All the wrong-side rows (2, 4, and 6) are identical.
Row 1: K3, P2, C4B, K2, C4B, P2, C4F, K2, C4F, P2, Sl3.
Row 2: K5, P10, K2, P10, K2, Sl3.
Row 3: K3, P2, K4, C4B, K2, P2, K2, C4F, K4, P2, Sl3.
Row 4: K5, P10, K2, P10, K2, Sl3.
Row 5: K3, P2, K2, C4B, K4, P2, K4, C4F, K2, P2, Sl3.
Row 6: K5, P10, K2, P10, K2, Sl3.
Repeat rows 1-6 until the headband measures 50cm (19.75″) or your desired length.
Bind off
Bind off sts in pattern (knit over knit stitches, purl over purl stitches).
Step 1: Work 2, bring the first st over the second one.
Step 2: Work the next st, bring the first st over the second one.
Repeat step 2 until you have 1 stitch left, cut the yarn leaving a 30-40cm / 12-16″ tail to seam the headband. Draw the yarn tail through the last stitch and pull it snug.
Twist
Step 1: With the right side facing you, bring the shorter edges closer together and fold each edge in half so they look like a “V”.
Step 2: Now insert one edge into another. Make sure, that the yarn tail is on the outside, and not in between the layers.
Step 3: Stitch through all 4 layers of knit fabric back and forth.
Finishing
Weave in all loose ends, and turn the headband the right side out.
Wet block the finished item, this process transforms the stitches, makes them look smoother and neater.
Simply soak the knitted item in lukewarm water with some soak wash for 10-15 minutes. Lift it from the water and gently squeeze the excess water out. Next, lay it on a clean towel, and roll it up to remove moisture.
Pin the item to a blocking board or lay it on a clean and dry towel (make sure it doesn’t transfer color) and let it dry. Your knitting will look much better after this.