bow river cap by Carla Wolff

bow river cap

Knitting
January 2016
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in 2 X 2 Rib
US 4 - 3.5 mm
98 - 104 yards (90 - 95 m)
one size
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

We are keeping it a secret that Banff, Alberta is exquisitely beautiful.
The Bow River Cap fit right in to the surroundings.

Rowan’s Hemp Tweed gives it a sturdy structure and wind resistance. One ball will create this size of cap.

MATERIALS
You will need approximately 90 to 95 metres.
Grab another ball to make your sample swatch or to make the crown even slouchier.

This piece was photographed in colour Teal (SH131)
Cast on edge is done in colour Granite (SH136)

GAUGE
Finished Gauge:
28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm (4”) using 3.5mm needles.

NEEDLES
3.5 mm circular needle 40 cm (16”)

A crochet hook chain cast on was used in the contrasting colour to give the fabric depth.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
50 cm (20”) circumference at lower edge slightly stretched
20 cm to from lower edge to top of cap

SKILL LEVEL
1 of 5

This is an easy knit with great rhythm in the 2X2 rib