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SIZE
1

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS  
17” / 43 cm head circumference
11” / 28 cm tall with brim unfolded

YARN 
Woolfolk Capsule
100% undyed Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino®
139 yards / 127 meters per 50 g skein (DK weight)

2 skeins in Main Color C04 (Loam)
1 skein in Contrast Color C00 (Crudo)

NEEDLES AND NOTIONS
US 6 (4 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles or dpns
US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles and dpns
Tapestry needle, stitch markers

GAUGE
28 sts x 29 rows = 4” / 10 cm in main chart on US 7 (4.5 mm) needles, blocked, measured unstretched.
25 sts x 31 rows = 4” / 10 cm in 1x1 ribbing on US 6 (4 mm) needles.
Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain gauge.

DESIGN NOTES
This Fair Isle beanie brings traditional charm to cold-weather dressing. A geometric pattern inspired by Nordic design adorns the crown, while the solid, cuffed brim offers a clean, grounded contrast. The result is a thoughtful balance of rustic elegance and everyday warmth.

CONSTRUCTION NOTES
Albacore is worked bottom-up in the round, starting with a 1x1 ribbing to create a snug, elastic brim. The main body of the hat is worked in a stranded colorwork motif. The crown is then seamlessly shaped using integrated decreases that are worked directly into the colorwork pattern layout.