Name of pattern: Celtic Braid Set (Headband & Scarf)
About the Construction:
- 🧶 The Headband: Knitted almost entirely in a deeply textured Celtic braid cable pattern, finished with neat ribbed edges for an elastic and comfortable fit.
- 🧣 The Scarf: Features a cozy, fully reversible brioche stitch for the main body. The ends then transition into a spectacular volumetric 3D Celtic braid pattern that is equally beautiful on both sides, making the ends look plush and unusual, finished with cozy pom-poms.
Needles/hooks required: For Scarf:
- Size US 6 / 4 mm circular needles with a cable length of at least 16″ / 40 cm.
- Size US 7 / 4.5 mm straight or circular needles
For Headband:
- US 0 / 2.0 mm straight needle (1 piece)
- US 1 / 2.25 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm long. Note: If you don't have this size, you can use US 1.5 / 2.5 mm circular needles instead.
- US 2.5 / 3.0 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm long
- US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needles, 16” / 40 cm long
Other notions or tools required:· Crochet hook: Used to help pick up stitches easily when starting the individual knitted bands. Tapestry needle: With a large eye for securing pom poms.
Stitch markers: To separate the individual bands.
Pom pom template: A cardboard template or a small box measuring approx. 2.7″ x 2.1″ x 0.6″ / 7 x 5.5 x 1.5 cm. Scissors.
Yarn requirements: For this design, I chose Lang Yarns Magnolia because it is incredibly soft, plush, and completely non-irritating to the skin, which is essential for close-fitting accessories like a headband and a scarf. At the same time, it provides wonderful winter warmth and highlights the volumetric texture of the Celtic braid beautifully.
Original Yarn: Lang Yarns Magnolia (85% Virgin Wool - Merino Extrafine Superwash, 15% Nylon; 273 yds / 250 m per 100 g skein). Yarn Weight: Medium / Worsted (4).
Total Amount Required:
- approx. 54 g /1.9 oz (approx. 147 yds /135 m) - for Headband
- approx. 120 g / 4.2 oz (approx. 328 yds / 300 m), including pom poms - for Scarf
You will need 2 skeins for the set. Samples shown in color: 0006.
If substituting, look for a Medium / Worsted weight yarn with similar yardage (approx. 273 yds / 250 m per 100 g). Merino wool blends or soft wool chains will work best to achieve the same texture and stretch.
Level of skill required: Intermediate, Pre-Intermediate.
Written, charted or abbreviated pattern:
- Written row-by-row instructions in English.
- Step-by-step video support for key transitions and techniques. (The videos are filmed with high-quality close-ups and are fully visual (without voice commentary), so you can easily follow along regardless of your language.)
- Clear stitch chart
- Construction Scheme & Video Guide (for Scarf )
Tester requirements: (final photo, weekly updates, etc)
- What I kindly ask you: I would love for us to stay in friendly touch during the process. I would deeply appreciate your feedback on how clear and easy the text and videos are to follow (especially if you are closer to a Pre-Intermmediate or beginner level!). I kindly ask you to create a project page on Ravelry using the codes (I'll send you later) and share a few progress updates along with a clear photo of your finished work.
Testing deadline: Testing period - 3 weeks from the start date (flexible if you need extra time).
* 🔒 Testing Process: To keep us organized and moving together, the Headband test will be run in 2 stages/parts, and the Scarf test will be run in 3 stages/parts. You will receive the next part as soon as you share a quick progress photo of the previous one!
Number of testers needed: 3 for each item
If you need more information about the video support to see if it fits you, just let me know!
Special Tester Gift:
Since these items are designed separately but match perfectly, I have a special thank you for you:
- If you test the Headband, you will get the final Scarf pattern for free as a gift!
- If you test the Scarf, you will get the final Headband pattern for free as a gift!
If you would love to test these items, please leave a comment below or send me a DM! Please let me know:
- Which item you'd like to test (Headband or Scarf).
- Your knitting experience level.
Thank you so much for your support!
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