Note:- written instructions for the pattern were updated 17/6/08 - please check pattern link for details

Slouchy hats and berets have been having a come back, and so they should! No more squashed hair after taking your hat off, the casual nature of such hats is perfect for the modern lifestyle. But what if you have big hair? Or fancy something with a bit more room and extra drape to keep you fresh this spring?

Enter Ziggy - a modern, fresh take on a classic rasta style. The gentle drape of the yarn combined with the open lace pattern make for a soft, charming hat, ideal for spring and summer.

Knitted sideways, this hat is ideal for those who fancy a change from regular, vertical knitting or those who loathe the thought of using DPN’s!

To fit sizes: S (M, L), 18 (20, 22) inches, 45 (51, 56) cm

Size prior to blocking: 16 (18, 20) inches, 40.5 (14, 51) cm