May by Kate McMahon

May

Knitting
January 2016
Aran (8 wpi) ?
13 stitches and 19 rows = 4 inches
in seed stitch
US 9 - 5.5 mm
US 11 - 8.0 mm
300 - 320 yards (274 - 293 m)
one size fits most
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

While the weather can still be a bit unpredictable in May, this lovely hat will keep you warm while remaining super stylish. It’s a great pattern for showing off your favorite yarn as the simple stich pattern allows the yarn to be the true star. The May hat pairs excellently with the April scarf.

SIZE
Hat is stretchy enough to accommodate most head sizes
Finished circumference: 20 inches
Finished height: 9 inches

NEEDLES
US 9 circular (16in)
US 11 circular (16in)

YARN
Blue Sky Alpacas Extra / Mist / 1 skein

GAUGE
13 stitches x 19 rows = 4x4 inches in seed stitch on US 11 needles

SKILLS
Working in the round, cast on, knit, purl, knit 2 together, knit 3 together