The Forest Hood - English
The Forest Hood - English
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The Forest Hood is a knit pattern for a combined hood and poncho, making it practical, warm, and comfortable. It is knitted from the top of the head downward.
It's has an i-cord edge at the face opening. Once the hood is closed, work decreases in the round at the neck to shape it. Immediately afterward, increases form delicate lines radiating towards the shoulders.
Finally, knit the poncho section in the round to cover as much of the upper body as desired for warmth.
The Forest Hood can be worn both as a classic balaclava and as a shoulder-warming hood that rests on the back during colder times.
Yarn
Lang Yarns Carpe Diem, 90m/50g
The Forest Hood is knit with a size 4mm needle.
The gauge in rib stitch is: 30 sts x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm
Yarn and sizing
|
Size |
Head Circumference (cm) |
Estimated Yarn Amount |
|
Size 1 |
52-55cm |
200g |
|
Size 2 |
55-57cm |
250g |
|
Size 3 |
57-61cm |
300g |
Needles and Accessories
- 4mm circular needle, 40 cm
- Optional: 5-6 double-pointed needles, size 4mm
- Thick stitch holder or wire to hold stitches
- An additional circular needle (4mm, 60 cm) or a wire extension to extend the 4mm circular needle to 60-80 cm
- Knitting elastic for neck shaping
- A blunt needle for weaving in ends
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Frequently asked questions
How does the individual sizing work?
This differs from pattern to pattern, but oftentimes we ask you to measure underneath your bust and across your bust. Then we offer a calculation based on the knitting tension and this in turn tells you e.g. how many stitches you should cast on for your band.
Other times, it’s measuring the cups to your body and stopping when you feel they give the coverage you prefer. For some of our patterns we have created an Excel sheet where you simply type in your measurements and it provides you with the amount of stitches, cast-ons ect. Going forward we will optimise this and add it to more patterns.
Can I knit in other types of yarn than cashmere?
Of course you can!
We recommend cashmere because while researching many different yarn types, cashmere was the yarn that was the softest against the skin for the longest duration of time. Also cashmere on small needles tends to give a more tight knitted, elegant look, that we feel are perfect for our designs.But as long as you match the knitting tension to whatever yarn you are using, you can use whatever yarn you want.
How much support do your bras give?
The bras give the same support as a soft, wireless bra. However there are no strap adjustments in the patterns yet, so we generally recommend you knit the straps 5-10 cm shorter than you normally would, so they can ease.
I have a bigger bust, will your bras work for me?
Our bras are meant as a soft, wireless alternative to regular bras. If you need more support for your bust than a soft bra can give you, we suggest you wear a regular bra underneath your nakedknit bra.