By request (Thank you, Susan), pattern updated 5/07 adds a charted thumb gusset.

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Pattern includes charts and instructions for both a fingerless and a full mitten version.

Woolen Rabbit Frolic (100% Merino; 200yds/183m per 115g skein): 5 (5, 5, 6, 6) 7, 7, 7, 8 skeins or 855 (925, 1000, 1075, 1150) 1225, 1300, 1375, 1450 yds.

This pattern came about as a collaboration with my son who thought the hat I wanted to knit for him with some cute sheep on it needed some wolves for good measure. What followed was a lively discussion about how many wolves could be allowed to run among the sheep. Accordingly, the pattern is written to allow knitters to include or exclude as man...

A put it on and forget it brimmed hat with a colorful flair (or not) of garter ridge stripes. Perfect for those of us with curly hair, since the brim style won’t squash your curls. Embellish with a button, or flip up the brim. Give it your own twist and try not to smile when you wear it.

Errata

Sizes:

Suggested Yarn: 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 8) 9, 9, 10, 10, 11 skeins of Spirit Trail Verdande; 75 % Superwash Merino / 15 % Cashmere / 10 % Bombyx Silk; Worsted Weight, 220 yards per 3.9 ounce / 113 gram skein. Sample was knit in “Chipotle.”

Errata: The current version of the pattern has omitted instructions for where to place the stripes on the right arm band. Until an update can be issued, here’s what you need to know: The stripes are each two rows deep, and are separated from the arm band chart by two rows of background color.

Choose finished size depending on how you like your sweater to fit, but know that the ribbing is stretchy, and offers a wide range in each finished size. Sample was knit in a size 42” to fit a 41” bust, but also flatters with negative ease up to 48” bust.

Additional Materials: One 3/4” Button