Obeah Hat by Tian Connaughton

Obeah Hat

Knitting
October 2020
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in St st
US 8 - 5.0 mm
218 yards (199 m)
18 (20, 22)", customizable
English
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Included in the pattern is information for customizing the pattern for your perfect fit!


For me, knitting and crocheting is a bit of magic. When I design something new or just stitching a piece, doing the math to make it fit just so feels like sorcery, obeah. And I want you to feel that way too with this pattern by including information to help you with the math to get YOUR perfect fit.

I don’t know what it is about a handmade hat, but as soon as I’ve stitched one up, every member of my family wants one too… and of course, every head is a different size. So, of course, there is some sizing and grading to be done to make it fit each person. With the cable and lace pattern in the Obeah Hat, we’ll explore how to make your handmade items fit every time. It’s not magic, but it will feel like it.


PATTERN NOTES
The Obeah Hat is worked in the round from the bottom up, beginning with a fun twisted rib. The crown finishes with a striking square top, making this hat a beautiful piece, whether you’re coming or going.

SKILL LEVEL: Easy/Intermediate

FINISHED MEASUREMENT:
Approx. 18 (20, 22)” circumference
See additional resources to customize for your perfect fit!

MATERIALS:
Yarn: Mitchell’s Creations Bayou (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 218 yards 199 meters/100 grams): Peanut Butter Blondie (1 skein)
Needle: US size 8 (5.0 mm) 16” circular and DPNs for crown decrease.
Extras: Tapestry needle; cable needle; stitch markers (4)
Gauge: 18 sts and 26 rnds = 4” 10 cm in Stockinette stitch