Mabel Hood is worked seamlessly from the top down, in stockinette stitch and ribbing. The upper part of the hood is worked flat. Stitches are then picked up along the sides and the hood is worked back and forth, while shaped with increases. After the shaping is completed, the hood is worked in the round. Stitches at the front edge are picked up and the trim is worked in the round in stockinette stitch. The trim is folded double and attached to the inside, by working 3 needle bind off. An I-cord tie is thread through the trim.
Sizes 1 (2). To fit head circumference of approx. 54–56 (58–60) cm. See schematic for measurements.
Gauge 17 stitches x 23 rows = 10 x 10 cm, worked in stockinette stitch on 4.5 mm needles.
Or other yarn in worsted/aran weight, that gives the gauge: approx. 320 (360) meter.
Suggested needles 4.5 mm circular needles (60 cm and 40 cm or Magic loop) for stockinette stitch and I-cord. 4 mm circular needles (60 cm) for ribbing and front trim. A spare circular needle in a smaller size (approx. 3–3.5 mm, approx. 100 cm).
Notions Stitch markers, tapestry needle, safety pin. Approx. 1 meter of a smooth scrap yarn in a contrasting colour.
