Check Dot Line Balaclava

This colorful balaclava is completely hand knit in 4x1 rib stitch featuring dainty stranded colorwork in yellow, navy, brown and white. The check pattern turns into dots, which turns into short lines. The various colors are knit with two to three strands of yarn held together: one strand of wool and one or two extra strands of silk mohair blended yarn. This combination gives the fabric a fluffy loft and halo that feels extra warm. A double-knit finish frames the face with a clean look while a 1x1 rib collar keeps your neck warm. You can also stuff the collar inside your shirt and wear the balaclava like a little hood!

Materials:

• Main yarn 60% superwash Merino, 25% Suri alpaca, 15% nylon

• 2 strands 30% silk 70% mohair from Italy

• decorative yarn 100% alpaca from Italy, 100% highland wool from Peru, 30% silk 70% mohair from Italy

Labor: 2.5 hours, made in San Francisco

Measurements: 17.5” circumference at base, 14” long [model has 22” head]