Worked flat from the bottom up and seamed at the centre back, Galattica is an introduction to short-row colourwork repeats. Worked in DK weight yarn the pattern can easily be adjusted for a range of sizes by changing needle size, gauge or yarn

Hat Description
Galattica is a vertically knit Hat with a smooth crown. It uses short-row colourwork to create lines of pods in a triangular formation around the front of the Hat. It’s worked in garter stitch throughout.

Yarn
Yarn A: 211yd/184m; Yarn B: 16yd/14m
DK weight, single or plied yarn; tonal or high contrast solid, semi-solid or variegated yarns.

Needles & Notions
Pair 3mm (3.25mm) straight needles or size needed to obtain gauge
3.25mm crochet hook
11 Stitch Markers
Tapestry needle

Sample Details
Shown in MadTosh Tosh DK in shade ‘Cousteau’ (225yd/201m per 4oz/115g; 100% Merino) & Dragonfly Fibers Traveller DK in shade ‘Golden Compass’ (280yd/256m per 4oz/115g; 100% Merino)

Shown in size 23in/58.5cm on model with 23in/58.5cm circumference head

Size & Gauge
To fit size: 21in/53.25cm; use 3mm needles
Gauge: 24 sts x 48 rows to 4in/10cm over Garter Stitch
Finished sizes:
Circumference: 16.75in/42.5cm
Length: 10in/25.5cm

To fit size: 23in/58.5cm; use 3.25mm needles
Gauge: 22 sts x 44 rows to 4in/10cm over Garter Stitch
Finished sizes:
Circumference: 18.25in/46.25cm
Length: 11in/28cm

Pattern Notes
Sizing in this pattern is achieved via adjustments in gauge or yarn weight.

Accessibility Statement
The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background. Charts are in greyscale and do not rely on colour.

Support
Do you need help with this pattern? We have a specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group where you can ask any questions.

Publication details
ISBN: 978-9916-693-87-2
Tallinn, Estonia, 2026
Woolly Wormhead OÜ
WW464KGalattica
Technical editor: Deb Bramham