Helmet Liner

Knitting a Helmet Liner is a heartfelt way to show support for troops serving abroad. Made with Patons® Classic Wool, it's a quick and easy project that will be greatly appreciated.
Note: It is important to use 100% wool to knit this liner as acrylic is flammable.
Finished projects may be sent here for donation:
Citizen SAM
P O Box 10565
Peoria, IL 61612
Please be sure to include yarn label so the fiber can be verified.

Designed by Patons® Design Team

Project #:
25769

Crafting Time:
2 hours

Skill Level:

1 being the easiest

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Patons® Classic Wool (3.5 oz/100g) 1 Ball #00205 Deep Olive
Sizes 4mm (U.S. 6) and 4.5mm (U.S. 7) Circular Knitting Needles, 16-inches [40.5cm] long or size needed to obtain gauge

4mm (U.S. 6) Double-Pointed Knitting Needles (set of four) or size needed to obtain gauge

Cost of each project will vary depending on materials used.

Due to the seasonal nature of some merchandise, actual availability of some products pictured may vary.

Finished Size
To fit average soldier’s head.

Gauge
20 sts and 26 rows = 4-inches [10cm] with larger needles in stocking st.

Instructions
With smaller circular needle, cast on 84 sts loosely. Join in rnd, placing marker on first st.

1st rnd: *K2. P2. Rep from * around.

Rep last rnd of (K2. P2) ribbing until work from beg measures 5-inches [12.5cm].

Divide for Face opening: 1st rnd: With larger circular needle, knit first 32 sts. Leave rem 52 sts on smaller circular needle. Cast on 56 sts. Join in rnd, placing marker on first st. 88 sts. Knit in rnds until work from dividing rnd measures 4-inches [10cm].

Shape Top: 1st rnd: *K9. K2tog. Rep from * around. 80 sts.

2nd and alt rnds: Knit.

3rd rnd: *K8. K2tog. Rep from * around. 72 sts.

5th rnd: *K7. K2tog. Rep from * around. 64 sts.

Cont in this manner, dec 8 sts evenly around every following alt rnd until there are 8 sts, changing to double-pointed needles when appropriate. Break yarn, leaving a long end. Draw end tightly through rem sts and fasten securely.

Front Ribbing: Rejoin yarn to sts on smaller circular needle. Rib across 52 sts from smaller circular needle. Pick up and knit 52 sts across cast on sts for face opening. Join in rnd, placing marker on first st. 104 sts.

1st rnd: *K2. P2. Rep from * around.

Rep last rnd of (K2. P2) ribbing 5 times more.

Next rnd: *(K2. P2) twice. K2. P2tog. Rep from * to last 8 sts. (K2. P2) twice. 96 sts rem.

Cast off knitwise.

Abbreviations
alt = alternate
beg = beginning
cont = continue
dec = decrease(ing)
k = knit
k2tog = knit next 2 stitches together
p = purl
p2tog = purl next 2 stitches together
rem = remaining
rep = repeat
rnd = round(s)
st(s) = stitch(es)

Tip:

Use photo as a guide and follow manufacturer’s instructions for all products used.

It is important to use 100% wool to knit this liner as acrylic is flammable.

The information on this instruction sheet is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed. Quantities and selections may vary at each store. Michaels® Stores, Inc. disclaims all liability from any injury to anyone undertaking the construction of this project as a result of improper safety precautions. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, MSI disclaims any liability for untoward results. © 2009 MSI.

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