Over Fences Hat by flynnknit

Over Fences Hat

Knitting
September 2025
DK (11 wpi) ?
21 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
in stranded colorwork and stockinette
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
130 yards (119 m)
English
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I’m obsessed with patterns that are simple but still have a super-striking impact and are inviting to knitters of varying skill levels. That’s exactly why I designed the Over Fences Hat. Starting with an easy 1x1 ribbed brim, this pattern moves into stranded colorwork to create the body of the hat. The lattice design is worked with a stitch repeat that becomes intuitive and starts to flow rhythmically as you knit. Made with DK yarn, the Over Fences Hat has that perfect combination of lightness and warmth for the ultimate in versatility throughout the seasons. What colors will you choose to create yours?

MATERIALS NEEDED:

Yarn
Approximately 130 yds (119 m) total of DK weight yarn in three contrasting colors held singly. If your gauge is different than what is called for in the pattern, yardage will vary. Substitute yarn yardage also may vary.
Color A: 70 yds (65 m)
Color B: 27 yds (25 m)
Color C: 33 yds (31 m)

Sample Shown In
Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease DK (80% acrylic, 20% wool), 232 yds (212 m) per 3 oz (85 g) skein
Color A: Pumpkin (636-132U: dark muted orange)
Color B: Goldenrod (636-158R: mustard yellow)
Color C: Eggplant (636-159G: dark redpurple)

Suggested Needles
US 5 (3.75 mm) or size needed to meet brim gauge; 16” (40 cm) circular knitting needles.
US 6 (4 mm) or size needed to meet body gauge; 16” (40 cm) circular knitting needles and preferred needles for small circumference knitting.

Notions
Scissors
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

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