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.

Knit using approximately 162.5 yd/148.5 m light to medium weight yarn, and 325 yd/297 m of mohair, you can choose your favourites to knit this design.

I recommend using Custom Woollen Mills 2-ply Mule Spinner yarn, held with 2 strands of Drops Super Kid Mohair and Silk.

You’ll need 8 mm (US 11) straight needles, or short circular needles. 8 mm (US 11) 24 inch/60 cm + circular needles. 5.5 mm (US 9) 16 inch/40 cm circular needles, DPNS or Magic Loop. You’ll also need stitch markers, and a darning needle to complete this design. A row counter is an optional extra. The sizing given is suitable for most adult sized heads.

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.