Snoods: knitting pattern & complete guide for beginners and enthusiasts 🧶

We love snoods. Why? Because they're the no-hassle knitting project that gives great results... fast! 😍
No need to worry about sizes, no complicated sewing, and above all: it's the cozy accessory that makes you want to get your needles out again as soon as the temperatures drop.

When we were little, our grandmother always knitted us a "magic" snood: soft, warm, and one that went with everything. Today, we've kept that tradition alive... and added our Knit-sis touch: cheerful colors, easy stitches, and instant gratification.

In this article, we will show you:

▪️ The different models of knitted snoods (from the simplest to the most elaborate)

▪️ How to choose the right thread

▪️ A free beginner tutorial to get you started today

▪️ Our Knit-sis tips for a snood that makes you wow 💫

Why knit a snood?

(and why you need more than one!)

▪️ Ultra fast : even a textured snood can be done in a few evenings.

▪️ Beginner friendly : ideal for learning to knit in the round or trying out new stitches.

▪️ Versatile look : sporty, chic, minimalist or fun, it adapts to all styles.

▪️ Perfect gift : a quick project that's sure to please 🎁.

💡 Tip: For a super soft snood, try the same yarns as for our Free Doudou Sweater – cocoon effect guaranteed!

The different models of knitted snoods

1. The basic garter stitch snood

The classic: right side up, straight, and sewn in the round.

▪️ Ideal for beginners

▪️ Perfect with a thick yarn for a cozy look.

2. The round snood (without sewing)

Knitted on circular needles, it is regular and comfortable.

▪️ Knit-sis tip : add a ribbed edge to keep it in place.

3. The textured or openwork snood

Fancy stitches, cables or lace for a unique style.
📌 Inspiration: the openwork stitch of our Marguerite vest would make an ultra feminine snood.

4. The oversized snood

Large, loose and enveloping, for very cold days.

How to choose the right yarn for your snood?

💬 In our Strippie sweater , we're having fun with colors: do the same for a vitamin-packed snood!

Beginner Tutorial: Easy Garter Stitch Snood

Material

▪️ 8 mm needles

▪️ Thick yarn (approximately 100 to 150 g)

▪️ Wool needle

Instructions

1️⃣ Cast on 30 stitches.

2️⃣ Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) until you have a height of about 50 cm.

3️⃣ Join the two ends with an invisible seam.

4️⃣ Bring in the ends, block lightly… and wear!

Knit-sis tips for a successful snood

▪️ Test your sample : a snood that is too tight will not be comfortable.

▪️ Mix yarns : mohair + merino = softness + volume.

▪️ Play with height : a high snood is worn folded, a short snood stays close to the neck.

📌 Want to learn twists? Get inspired by our Twist & Shout vest to create a textured snood with a retro style.

Conclusion

The snood is the perfect project: quick, rewarding, and adaptable to all your desires.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, you can create one today ... and give one to all your friends this winter 💝.

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