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About the Pattern

Knit this gorgeous reversible hat for the cat lover in your life!

The paired cats in the Celtic Cat Cowl intertwine their tails to join in the expanding beautiful Celtic knots. The pattern includes three different sizes. With a reversible double knit design and an optional pom-pom, you can create four different looks from the same hat!

Double knit in the round from the bottom up, the hat features opposite color schemes on either side. Use two solid colors for a classic look or a solid paired with a variegated yarn for a more interesting color combination (gradual or subtle color changes work best). The bottom ribbing is done in a single color rather than changing on each side. The color work design is chart only, not written instructions.

The hat sizes included with the pattern are:

• Small (child) - Fits head size 18”-20” (45.7-50.8 cm)
• Medium (teen or average adult woman) - Fits head size 20”-22” (50.8-55.9 cm)
• Large (average adult man) - Fits head size 22”-24” (55.9-61 cm)

This pattern includes a double knit decrease. Visit my website for a video tutorial:
Nifty Knitter Designs - Double Knit Decrease Tutorial.

Check out the matching patterns:

• Celtic Cat Scarf
• Celtic Cat Cowl

Materials

• Size 2 US (2.75 mm) circular needles at least 16 inches (40 cm) in length or double pointed needles. Note that with longer circular needles, you may need to use magic loop.
• 200-250 yards (183-229 m) each of two contrasting colors of fingering weight yarn. See below for specific amounts by size.
• Stitch markers to denote the end of the round, the chart repeat, and the crown decreases.
• Needle to weave in ends.
• (Optional) Pom-pom for the top of the hat and a button to attach it.

Yarn requirements:

• Small: 200 yards (183 m) of each color
• Medium: 225 yards (206 m) of each color
• Large: 250 yards (229 m) of each color

Note: The materials used in the hats in the sample photos are Knit Picks Stroll Fingering in 26082 White and 25607 Everglade Heather and Knit Picks Faux Fur Pom Pom 8cm Small in White.

Double Knitting Tutorial

I have a double knitting tutorial that covers casting on, binding off, edging, and reading basic charts. It’s great for beginners, and experienced double knitters might also pick up something new.
Double Knitting Tutorial

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