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About the Pattern

Any cat owner knows that cats have minds of their own. The Herding Cats Hat shows what happens if you try to herd cats… they just do their own thing. This pattern includes three different sizes. With a reversible double knit design and an optional pom-pom, you can create four different looks from the same hat!

Double knit in the round from the bottom up, the hat features opposite color schemes on either side. Use two solid colors for a classic look or a solid paired with a variegated yarn for a more interesting color combination (gradual or subtle color changes work best). The bottom ribbing is done in a single color rather than changing on each side. The color work design is chart only, not written instructions.

Instructions are included for the double knitting technique. The hat sizes included with the pattern are:

• Small (child) - Fits head size 18”-20” (45.7-50.8 cm)
• Medium (teen or average adult woman) - Fits head size 20”-22” (50.8-55.9 cm)
• Large (average adult man) - Fits head size 22”-24” (55.9-61 cm)

This pattern includes a double knit decrease. Visit my website for a video tutorial:
Nifty Knitter Designs - Double Knit Decrease Tutorial.

Check out the matching patterns:

• Herding Cats Blanket
• Herding Cats Scarf
• Herding Cats Cowl
• Herding Cats Shawl
• Herding Cats Bag

Materials

• Size 2 US (2.75 mm) circular needles at least 16 inches (40 cm) in length or double pointed needles. Note that with longer circular needles, you may need to use magic loop.
• 200-250 yards (183-229 m) each of two contrasting colors of fingering weight yarn. See below for specific amounts by size.
• Stitch markers to denote the end of the round, the chart repeat, and the crown decreases.
• Needle to weave in ends.
• (Optional) Pom-pom for the top of the hat and a button to attach it.

Yarn requirements:

• Small: 200 yards (183 m) of each color
• Medium: 225 yards (206 m) of each color
• Large: 250 yards (229 m) of each color

Note: The materials used in the hats in the sample photos are Knit Picks Stroll Fingering in 26082 White and 23701 Black and Knit Picks Faux Fur Pom Pom 8cm Small in White.

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