Rachel Louise Carson (May 27, 1907 – April 14, 1964) was an American marine biologist and conservationist whose books and other writings are credited with advancing the global environmental movement. She particularly focused on environmental problems that she believed were caused by synthetic pesticides. Her book Silent Spring (1962) brought environmental concerns to the attention of the public and spurred a reversal in national pesticide policy, which led to a nationwide ban on DDT and other pesticides, and it inspired a grassroots environmental movement that led to the creation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The Rachel Carson headband is worked flat then seamed together to form the bow. It’s a great project for quick gift-knitting for using up bits of leftover yarns.

This pattern is available as part of Liberation, which can be purchased as a print or ebook.

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SIZES/ FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

• One Size
• Finished Head Circumference: 21”/ 53.5 cm

MATERIALS

• Approximately 115 yds/ 96 cm of fingering weight yarn
• US 2/ 2.75 mm needle, or size needed to obtain gauge
• US 1/ 2.25 mm needle, or 1-2 sizes smaller than larger needle
• Stitch markers
• Removable markers (optional)
• Darning needle

GAUGE

• 33 sts and 46 rows = 4”/ 10 cm St. st on larger needles; 21 sts and 46 rows = 2.5”/ 6.5 cm wide and 4”/ 10 cm high in k1, p1 rib on smaller needles. For proper fit, it is important to work, block and check a gauge swatch.

OTHER PATTERN DETAILS

• Pattern has been professionally tested and edited
• Clear, concise instructions & diagrams
• Includes instructions for several accessory options
• Pattern file enabled for notations on e-readers.