Astaire Hat by Alison Green

Astaire Hat

Knitting
July 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in pattern stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
152 yards (139 m)
Approximately (19, 20, 21)" / (48.5, 51, 53.5) cm around x (7¼, 8¼, 8¾)" / (18.5, 21, 22) cm high
English
This pattern is available from berroco.com for $6.00.

Classically elegant and bursting with texture, the Astaire hat adds a sophisticated touch to any winter ensemble. Worked seamlessly in the round, it offers both comfort and style, keeping you cozy while looking chic too.

Stitch pattern is both charted and written out.

SIZES
(1, 2, 3)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately (19, 20, 21)“ / (48.5, 51, 53.5) cm around x (7¼, 8¼, 8¾)” / (18.5, 21, 22) cm high

Shown in size 2 (20” / 51 cm).

YARN 
BERROCO MIRELLE (100 g): 1 hank #11803 Swiss Coffee

NEEDLES and NOTIONS
16” / 40 cm circular needles, sizes 7 / 4.5 mm and 8 / 5 mm or size to obtain gauge
1 set double-pointed needles, or preferred needles for working small circumferences, size 8 / 5 mm
Stitch marker

GAUGE
16 sts and 28 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in Pattern Stitch using larger needles
Gauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.