Gatan Balaclava

> *Find the Kids version [Here][2]* The Gatan balaclava is knit bottom up with 2 strands of yarn held together. First the neck is worked in the round and then a garter rib pattern is worked flat for the head section. The back of the neck and the top of the head has simple but effective shaping for a better fit and visual interest. The top of the head is turned similarly to a heel (explained in the pattern) and stitches are picked up around the face opening for the finishing rib edge. **Sizes** 1 (2) **Measurements** Fits head circumference of 56 (58) cm / 22 (23) inches
 **Finished length** With unfolded neck 30 (31) cm / 10 ¾ (11 ¼) **With folded neck** 35 (36) cm / 13 ¾ (14 ¼) inches **Gauge** 29 sts x 44 rows per 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 inches Gauge swatch is worked flat in garter rib stitch using size B needles **Suggested needles** Size A 3 mm (40 cm) / US 2.5 (16 inches) circular needles or 3 mm / US 2.5 dpns Size B 3.25 mm (40 cm) / US 3 (16 inches) circular needles or 3.25 mm / US 3 dpns Or needles that give you gauge **Skill level** 2 out of 5 [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/gatan-balaclava-kids