Knitted Ear Warmer
Looking for a cozy accessory to keep your ears warm and stylish? Look no further than a knitted ear warmer! This cute and functional headband will keep you snug during chilly days while adding a touch of charm to your outfit. Whether you're running errands or enjoying a stroll, the knitted ear warmer is the perfect companion. Stay warm and fashionable with this must-have accessory!
Material and Info
Yarn –1 skein any super bulky weight (size 6) yarn
Gauge – 7st per 2in or 5cm in 1×1 broken rib pattern
Needles – 10 (6mm) straight and circular or dpn
Sizes – (baby, toddler), (child, ladies)
Head Measurement – (35-40, 40-45), (45-50, 50-55) cms or (14-16, 16-18), (18-20, 20-22) ins
Other –yarn needle
Cindy Lo Ear Warmer Pattern
BABY
Cast on 11sts with straight needles. I used long tail cast on because it leaves a defined edge to sew with.
Row 1 – [k1, p1] across to last st, k1
Row 2 – knit across
Repeat row 1 and 2 until your work measures appx 14insins (35cms) ending after completing a row 1.
Bind off. Leave a tail that is appx 10-12ins for sewing.
Sew your headband together by following the tutorial at the end of the pattern.
With circular of dpn starting on the opposite side of the headband from the sewn edge, with right side facing out, pick up and knit 2sts for every 3 rows. Make sure to end with an even number of stitches on your needles. Join in the round.
Work in a k1, p1 ribbing for 1in (2.5cms).
Bind off using your favorite stretchy bind off. I love a sewn bind off for a nice, finished edge.
TODDLER
Cast on 15sts with straight needles. I used long tail cast on because it leaves a defined edge to sew with.
Row 1 – [k1, p1] across to last st, k1
Row 2 – knit across
Repeat row 1 and 2 until your work measures appx 16ins (40cms) ending after completing a row 1.
Bind off. Leave a tail that is appx 10-12ins for sewing.
Sew your headband together
With circular of dpn starting on the opposite side of the headband from the sewn edge, with right side facing out, pick up and knit 2sts for every 3 rows. Make sure to end with an even number of stitches on your needles. Join in the round.
Work in a k1, p1 ribbing for 1in (2.5cms).
Bind off using your favorite stretchy bind off. I love a sewn bind off for a nice, finished edge.
CHILD
Cast on 17sts with straight needles. I used long tail cast on because it leaves a defined edge to sew with.
Row 1 – [k1, p1] across to last st, k1
Row 2 – knit across
Repeat row 1 and 2 until your work measures appx 18ins (45cms) ending after completing a row 1.
Bind off. Leave a tail that is appx 10-12ins for sewing.
Sew your headband together by following the tutorial at the end of the pattern.
With circular of dpn starting on the opposite side of the headband from the sewn edge, with right side facing out, pick up and knit 2sts for every 3 rows. Make sure to end with an even number of stitches on your needles. Join in the round.
Work in a k1, p1 ribbing for 1in (2.5cms).
Bind off using your favorite stretchy bind off. I love a sewn bind off for a nice, finished edge.
LADIES
Cast on 21sts with straight needles. I used long tail cast on because it leaves a defined edge to sew with.
Row 1 – [k1, p1] across to last st, k1
Row 2 – knit across
Repeat row 1 and 2 until your work measures appx 20ins (50cms) ending after completing a row 1.
Bind off. Leave a tail that is appx 10-12ins for sewing.
Sew your headband together by following the tutorial at the end of the pattern.
With circular of dpn starting on the opposite side of the headband from the sewn edge, with right side facing out, pick up and knit 2sts for every 3 rows. Make sure to end with an even number of stitches on your needles. Join in the round.
Work in a k1, p1 ribbing for 1in (2.5cms).
Bind off using your favorite stretchy bind off. I love a sewn bind off for a nice, finished edge.
How to Sew the Twist Knot in the Front:
Step 1 – Fold your completed and bound off length in half right sides together lengthwise
Step 2 – Bring the cast on edge and bound off edge together and interweave them.
Step 3 – Sew through all 4 layers.