Chunky, soft, and quick to knit, Powder features Fisherman’s Rib stitch, which puffs up the already plump yarn. The ribbed stitch pattern alternates to create a natural brim in the fabric. This hat can be styled as a slouch or a beanie – and don’t forget the pom pom!
SIZE
One size (Adult)
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
51 cm/20” circumference and 23.5 cm/9.25” tall
GAUGE
8 stitches & 24 rounds* = 10 cm/4″ in Fisherman’s Rib, after blocking
*When counting rounds in Fisherman’s Rib, one visible round is formed over two worked rounds. Therefore, each visible, counted round counts as two rounds for gauge.
MATERIALS
Yarn
Approximately 160 m/175 yd super bulky weight yarn
Shown in Cascade Yarns Boliviana Bulky (100% merino wool; 160 m/175 yd per 200 g/7 oz skein) in colour Silver (07); 1 skein.
Needles
One each 40 cm/16” circular needle and set of DPNs*, size 8 mm/US 11 (or size needed to obtain gauge)
*Or preferred style for small circumference knitting in the round
Additional Tools and Notions
Stitch markers (1 unique, 3 matching), tapestry needle
SKILL LEVEL
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PATTERN NOTES
This hat is worked in the round from the bottom up.
Stitch patterns are written only (no charts).
Price: $8.00 CAD/$6.25 USD
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