This soft, slouchy hat, features a deep ribbing that flows effortlessly into an alternating lace leaves and twisted cables pattern, giving the hat a lovely balance of textures whilst being fun to knit. The perfect accompaniment to kicking through crunchy Autumn leaves before heading to a cosy country pub. Add a bobble to the top to bring a fun element to this piece.

Materials

Eden Cottage Yarns Whitfell DK (DK, 100% baby Alpaca; 100m / 109yds per 50g skein)
Shade: Dogwood; 2 x 50g skein(s)

Needles and Accessories

3.25mm (US 3) circular needles, 30 -40cm (12-16in) length (or the size needed to obtain the correct gauge)
3.75mm (US 5) circular needles, 30 -40cm (12-16in) length (or the size needed to obtain the correct gauge)
One set of DPNs in larger size for crown.

Note: If you would like hat to be a bit smaller or larger, go up or down one needle size.

Notions

Stitch marker, darning needle

Sizes

One size
Finished brim circumference: 42.5 cm /16.75in
Finished hat circumference: 45.75 cm /18 in
To fit: 50.75cm / 20in

Length: 24cm / 9.5in

Note: sizing may seem small, however the alpaca yarn creates a knitted fabric that will stretch to fit.

Gauge

28 sts and 32 rows to 10cm (4in) over ribbing stitch, in the round, on 3.25mm/US 3 needles after blocking.
26 sts and 30 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over lace and cable stitch, in the round, on 3.75mm/US 5 needles after blocking.

The print book is now available HERE

Single print patterns and yarn HERE