Ski Mask Balaclava Knit Flat!

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In this video, Madeline from Knitting House Square shows step-by-step how to knit a ski mask (also known as a balaclava)! This free pattern is knit flat (not in the round), then seamed up the side. The steps shown in the video include the cast on, ribbing pattern, casting off for the ski mask opening, casting back on after the opening, decreasing, and seaming using mattress stitch. The free pattern is available in two sizes, adult and youth, and is linked below!

Materials
• US 7 Knitting Needles (4.5 mm) Amazon Note this project is knit flat, so it can be knit on circular or straight knitting needles. I would recommend a circular knitting needle (at least 24" in length)because there are a lot of stitches for this project that may not necessarily fit on straight knitting needles
• 6 Stitch Markers Amazon
• 1 Removable Stitch Marker
• Tapestry Needles Amazon

Yarn
• Worsted Weight (#4)
• Adult Size: 190 yds (174 m)
• Youth Size: 120 yds (110 m)
• Yarn Used: Joann Big Twist Value

Gauge
12 sts x 10.5 rows = 2”x 2” ribbing knit flat (unstretched) on US 7 (4.5 mm)

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