Softly Angled Headband (Free & Easy Knitting Pattern)
This versatile headband knitting pattern is one of those great projects that’s perfect for beginner knitters and seasoned knitters alike. The pattern is easy enough for even the most novice knitter to follow and easy but interesting enough to keep an experienced knitter interested.
Simple headbands like the Softy Angled Headband are a perfect easy knitting project for selling at markets or for last-minute gifts for loved ones.
This easy knitting pattern is available completely free below. If you’d prefer an easy to read, and ad-free PDF file, find the inexpensive version on Ravelry, Etsy, & LoveKnitting.com!
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About The Yarn
I’ve had this Patons Grace 100% mercerized cotton yarn in my stash for quite some time now. Not gonna lie, it’s probably been close to 10 years! Have you ever held on to yarn that long?
All I had was this single 50g skein and it’s been waiting patiently to be turned into the perfect little easy project. Well, your wait is over, tiny cotton skein!
I chose this yarn because I knew I wanted cotton yarn to be cool enough for spring and the lightweight category was perfect for the delicate, feminine touch I was going for. You can use any cotton yarn, however, keeping in mind that your gauge will be different with a fine/lace weight or worsted weight yarn or heavier yarn.
This free knitting pattern would also make a great headband for cold weather with bulky or super bulky weight yarn like Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick and is very easy to adjust to a variety of sizes.
If you’re resizing your headband, the length between the start/end of the increases/decreases (where you’ll seam, see full pattern below) should be 1-2 inches smaller than the circumference of the recipient’s head. The negative ease will make sure your finished item fits well since this is a stretchy headband.
When resizing this quick knit, simply increase until you reach your desired width (make a more narrow or more wide headband with more or less stitches), knit to the appropriate length, then start decreasing.
Given the small size and amount of yarn this project uses, it can be a clever way to use up some of that leftover yarn you’ve been telling yourself you’re saving for something!
Techniques Used
The Softly Angled Headband is a free headband knitting pattern that uses the same basic technique as my Cozy Knit Dickey and Softly Angled Scarf designs.
It’s made entirely using knit stitches making it completely reversible (no right side or wrong side) with simple yarn over increases and knit 2 together decreases that create an easy and fun eyelet edging.
This easy headband pattern can be made using straight knitting needles or circular knitting needles. I used straight needles because that’s what I had on hand for the needle size I needed for my yarn. Circular needles would provide extra room for stitches if you fear them falling off or if you make a wider version.
You’ll finish your headband off by weaving a new strand of yarn through the body to create a bow look. I used separate smaller strands of yarn to secure the pointed ends to the headband so they wouldn’t flop around.
Skill Level
Beginner
Gauge
26 sts and 24 rows of garter stitch is 4″ x 4″ (10x10cm)
Finished Measurements
Toddler (1-3 years)
2.25″ (5.75cm) wide
22″ (55cm) long from beginning point to end point
Child (4-10 years)
2.75″ (7cm) wide
23″ (58cm) long from beginning point to end point
Adult (21-23″, 53-58cm)
3.25 (8.25cm)” wide
24″ (61cm) long from beginning point to end point
Materials
29g/110 yards Patons Grace (see Notes about using different yarn alternatives)
US size 4/3.5mm needles
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Scissors
Notes
– I’ve included the gauge and written instructions for the yarn and size needles I used. You can use any cotton yarn you like with the appropriately sized mm needles. Simply work the increase rows until your work measures approximately 3-3.5″ (7.5-9cm) across then proceed to the bodywork.
– * * indicates a repeat
– (x, x, x) at the end of a row/round indicates how many total stitches for that row/round
– Toddler (Child, Adult); Use the corresponding number for the size you are making
Stitch Index
CO – cast on
R – row/round
BO – bind off
YO – yarn over
k – knit
k2tog – knit 2 stitches together
Pattern
Foundation Using the long-tail cast-on method, CO 4
R1 k all sts (4)
R2 k2, yo, k2 (5)
R3 k2, yo, k2tog, k to end (5)
R4-35 repeat R2-3 until you have 15 (18, 21) sts on your needle or until you reach your desired width and ending with an odd number of sts (15, 18, 21)
Body
Repeat R3 until your work measures 18″ (19″, 20″) [46cm, 48cm, 50cm] or until your desired length (finish the last row with the beginning CO point on your left before proceeding to the decreases)
Decreases
R1 k1, k2tog, yo, k2tog, k to end (14, 17, 20)
R2 k2, yo, k2tog, k to end (14, 17, 20)
repeat R1-2 until you have 5 sts left on your needle
R3 k1, k2tog, yo, k2tog (4)
BO all sts
Cut a piece of yarn about 3 feet long. Thread it through your headband at the increases and decreases as shown in the photo below. I’ve placed my knitting needle where my yarn is threaded so you can see better.
Scrunch the fabric and wrap your yarn several times to create a ‘bow’ look.
Lastly, using a piece of scrap yarn about 6”, secure each point to the body of the headband.
Weave in the loose ends and you’re done!
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Final Thoughts on the Softly Angled Headband
I had so much fun designing this super cute headband knitting pattern! It’s the perfect transitional accessory going into spring and it’s perfect for all hairstyles. I can’t wait to see yours!
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PLEASE READ: THIS PATTERN AND ITS CONTENTS ARE THE SOLE PROPERTY OF YARNIQUE (CHANTAL CAMPSEY) AND MAY NOT BE ALTERED, SOLD, OR REDISTRIBUTED IN ANY WAY WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM ITS AUTHOR. YOU MAY, HOWEVER, SELL AS MANY FINISHED PROJECTS AS YOU DESIRE, I JUST ASK THAT YOU REFERENCE MY BLOG AND/OR SHOPS FOR CREDIT FOR THE PATTERN.
