Luna Headband

Inspired by the phases of our beloved moon, the Luna Headband depicts its waxing and waning in full or open moon motifs. This stranded colorwork pattern is worked in the round in either a single-sided or double-sided version. An “Eclipse” dark CC on light MC colorwork chart and a “Starry Night” light CC on dark MC colorwork chart are both available in this pattern. **WHAT YOU'LL NEED** **Needles** 18” - 24” (46 - 61 cm) circular needles in size US 3 (3.25 mm); 18” - 24” (46 - 61 cm) circular needles in US 5 (3.75 mm); Or any needle that achieves gauge/desired size. Optional crochet hook for provisional cast on depending on method. Optional needle 1 - 2 sizes smaller than what is used for ribbing to prevent loose elastic bind off (single-sided version only). **Yarn & Yardage** Two contrasting colors in DK weight MC = 70 - 180 yards / 64 - 165 m CC = 50 - 150 yards / 46 - 138 m Yarn usage will vary based on size chosen and knitting a single-sided or double-sided headband. **Notions** Tapestry needle 3 stitch markers Scissors **SIZING AND GAUGE** **Gauge** 12 stitches x 13 rows for 2” (5 cm) square measured over colorwork pattern after blocking. **Size & Finished Measurements** All headbands are approximately 4.5” / 11 cm in vertical width. Please note that a double-sided headband will feel slightly tighter on head when worn. Headband is designed with approximately 2” negative ease to provide a secure fit without too much colorwork stretching. **X-Small** | Approximately 18” / 47 cm circumference **Small** | Approximately 19” / 49 cm circumference **Medium** | Approximately 20” / 51 cm circumference **Large** | Approximately 21” / 53 cm circumference **X-Large** | Approximately 22” / 55 cm circumference Assistance in determining size is included in pattern. Have any questions or comments? Please let me know! If sharing your progress and finished piece on Instagram or other social networks, please use the hashtag #LunaHeadband so I can admire your beautiful work! Happy knitting, friend!