Description
Introducing the December Hood, a versatile knitted hood and cowl designed for the cooler months from autumn through spring.
Wear it loose around the neck as a cosy cowl, pull it up as a hood, or tighten the I-cord to keep out the chill. Simple, wearable and easy to style, it’s one of those pieces you’ll reach for again and again.
The December Hood is worked using Aran/Worsted weight yarn held together with lace-weight mohair or suri, creating a beautifully soft, warm fabric with a subtle halo.
Skill Level ~
Intermediate. Video tutorials are included for every step to guide you through the construction and techniques used.
Method ~
Worked from the bottom up in stockinette stitch with an I-cord edge, both flat and in the round. The construction includes short-row shaping, a folded hem and an adjustable I-cord.
Size ~
Adult.
Yarn ~
MC — Aran/Worsted
293 m / 320 yds
CC — Lace-weight mohair or suri
272 m / 298 yds
I-cord
14 m / 15 yds
All yarn amounts are approximate.
Suggested Yarns ~
Aran/Worsted
Malabrigo Rios, Malabrigo Washted, Malabrigo Worsted, Juniper Moon Farm Moonstone
Lace-weight Mohair
Malabrigo Mohair, DROPS Kid-Silk, Yarnsmiths Kid Silk Mohair
You can substitute suitable yarns provided you meet the stated gauge and achieve a fabric you are happy with.
Needles and Gauge ~
5 mm / US 8, 60 cm / 24″ circular needles, or size required to obtain gauge.
Unblocked:
17 sts & 25 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
Blocked:
16 sts & 24 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
Because this pattern is worked both flat and in the round, it is important to check your gauge for both. Many knitters find their tension is tighter when working in the round than when working flat.
The samples maintained the same gauge using 5 mm needles for both methods; however, your results may differ and you may need to use a different needle size when working in the round.
Notions ~
2 stitch markers
Darning needle
3.5–4.5 mm crochet hook
Blocking materials
Techniques ~
Judy’s Magic Cast On
Knit
Purl
I-cord cast-on
Increasing and decreasing
Short rows — shadow stitch method
Grafting
Picking up stitches
I-cord
Folded hem
The December Hood pattern has been extensively tested and tech edited. However, if you do spot any errors, please do get in touch.
Please note: this listing is for a digital PDF knitting pattern. No physical item will be sent.
The pattern and all images included in it are protected by international copyright laws and belong exclusively to Audacious Ewe. They cannot be changed, sold or shared in whole or in part. As a member of Anti Copying in Design, we have additional support and protection, and we reserve the right to take legal action against any unauthorised distribution of this pattern.
You are welcome to sell finished items you create using the pattern. Pattern credit to Audacious Ewe in your advertising and listings is always appreciated.
If you’re on Instagram, I’d love to see your December Hood! Tag @audacious.ewe and use #thedecemberhood.
Should you need any assistance with your pattern, please email hello@audaciousewe.co.uk.
Kind regards,
Karysha
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