For a narrow band, CO 3 sts. Work p1, k1, sl1 purlwise for 4 in. Increase 2 sts every 3d row thereafter until there are 12 sts. Begin body of headband, working pattern on 6 central sts and using remaining sts as border (p3). When band fits headsize, end with Row 5. Decrease 2 sts every 3d row until 3 sts remain and continue until tie lengths match.
Shown with a cast-on count of 12 stitches.