This listing is for the original Olann knitting pattern for the Marta Hoodie, designed in collaboration with @mergegoods. This knitting pattern was created and written by Olann.

The Marta Hoodie is a classic balaclava-style knitted topper. Envisioned by Merge and designed by Olann, this is the perfect cold-weather hood, that will keep pesky breezes at bay, and keep you snug on even the coldest days.

This is an intermediate level knitting pattern that uses knit and purl stitches. You’ll also want to be familiar with picking-up stitches, and be open to learning the beautiful Italian bind-off.

Sizes

One Size

Finished Measurements

Width from Crown to edge of Face Ribbing folded in half = 8 inches/ 20.25 cm Height = 13 inches/33 cm

Gauge

14 STS and 18 ROWS in Stocking Stitch = 4x4 inches/10x10 cm

Suggested Needles and Notions

8 mm (US 11) straight needles or short circular needles.

8 mm (US 11) 20 inch/60 cm + circular needles.

5.5 mm (US 9) 16 inch/40 cm circular needles.

Or alternative needle sizes to obtain gauge.

DPNS or Magic Loop can be used.

You’ll also need stitch markers, a darning needle and scrap yarn/stitch holder to complete this design. A row counter is an optional extra.

Yardage

Approximately 162.5 yd/148.5 m wool and 325 yd/297 m mohair.

Suggested materials

1 strand of Custom Woolen Mills 2-ply Mule Spinner yarn (4 oz/112 g = 216 yd/198 m), held together with 2 strands of Laceweight Mohair (1 oz/25 g = 230 yd/210 m).

Or 1 strand of a Light to Medium weight yarn (DK, Light Worsted, Worsted or Aran), held together with mohair or Suri Alpaca.

Note that yardage requirements will change if using only 1 strand of mohair or alpaca.

Buy Yarn

You can purchase Custom Woolen Mills 2-ply Mule Spinner yarn and Drops Silk Mohair on the For The Knitter page.

Don’t hesitate to reach out for knitting support and happy knitting!

This pattern is for personal and private use only. You are not permitted to copy, resell or share this pattern. You are not permitted to sell items produced from this pattern. Copyright belongs to Olann Handmade.