Garter Stitch Baby Headband

This soft and stretchy baby headband is made using the simple yet elegant garter stitch. Perfect for beginners, it’s gentle on a baby’s head and a lovely handmade gift for newborns or toddlers.

Materials
– 1 skein baby soft DK weight yarn (100% cotton or cotton blend)
– 4 mm knitting needles
– Tapestry needle for seaming
– Optional: small crochet flower or bow for decoration

Instructions

Cast On: 12 stitches using the long-tail cast on method.
Knit Every Row: Work in garter stitch (knit all rows) until the piece measures approximately 36–38 cm (for a 0–3 month size).
Bind Off: Bind off all stitches loosely.
Seam: Fold the band in half and use a mattress stitch to seam the ends together.
Finish: Weave in all loose ends. Optionally, attach a small flower or bow on the seam to hide it and add a decorative touch.

How To
– Use soft yarns specifically labeled for babies to avoid skin irritation.
– For a snugger fit, subtract 2 cm from the baby’s head circumference.
– You can easily adjust the width by changing the number of cast-on stitches.
– Garter stitch naturally creates stretch, so no elastic is needed.
– Hand wash recommended to keep shape and softness.

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