The whole point of this pattern is for a quick and simple gift idea that won’t take a ton of yarn, and that has a texture that will keep you warm. Introducing Dashing Headband, the softest, warmest crocheted headband ever! Crocheted in 100% baby alpaca, it is lightweight while still keeping you toasty, and the combination of stitches, in their perfect placement, creates a stunning texture that you will love to touch over and over again. Enjoy!

Stitches: Ch, sl st, fsc (foundation single crochet,) hdc, hdc3lp (half-double crochet thru 3rd loop)
Yarn: DK (#3) 60 yards, WeCrochet’s Alpaca Cloud DK in “Magnus,” 1 skein
Hook: US7/4.5mm
Sizes: 15” circumference, 3.75” tall, at rest. Easily customizable.

Gauge: 7 st x 7 rows = 2” unblocked, in patt

NOTES:
This pattern is very easy to modify for larger or smaller heads. Simply add or subtract fsc in multiples of 6.
You want this to be a snug fit due to the fact that alpaca doesn’t hold its shape as well as wool. If it’s a little loose when you first put it on, it’ll be around your neck in no time.