BTP Beanie

Yarn

DK + mohair/silk lace held together
Or DK + suri alpaca/silk lace held together

Amount

50g/115m Gullrock Fibres Devonia DK + 20g/160m Gullrock Fibres Mohair/silk Or 50g/115m Gullrock Fibres DK + 20g/150m Suri Alpaca silk (these amounts are generous and leave some scope for a longer brim or more slouch).

Gauge

16 stitches to 10cm in moss stitch

Sizing

Unstretched brim diameter 20cm
Cast on edge to crown length 20cm

Equipment

4.5mm and 5mm needles (suggested but always check your gauge), 80cm (or larger) cable for magic loop, stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Level

Adventurous beginner

Customisation

Add extra length to the brim to pull further over ears or to fold up for more warmth. Add extra rows to the texture pattern to increase slouch. Bear in mind your yarn requirements will increase.