Pillar of Society by Kate Metherell

Pillar of Society

Knitting
September 2014
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches = 4 inches
in pattern stitch with larger needles
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
212 - 245 yards (194 - 224 m)
small (child), medium (adult), large (large adult)
English
This pattern is available for free.

Show off a special skein of yarn with this stylish beanie hat. The repeated pattern creates small pillars all over the body of the hat hence the name. Add a pom pom for a casual fun look.

Actually being a pillar of society, optional.

Yarn: Approximately 194 (210, 224) metres of double knitting weight yarn (includes pom pom). Sample shown in Eden Cottage Yarns, Oakworth DK using 1 x 100g skein.

Needles: 3.00mm / US 2.5 circular needle (16”) 3.50mm / US 4 circular needle (16”) Plus longer circular needle to do magic loop or dpns in the larger size.
(or size needed to obtain the correct gauge)

Notions: Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Sizing: Small (child), medium (adult), large (large adult) to fit head size, 18-20 (21-23, 24+) inches

Gauge: In pattern using 3.50mm needles 24 sts = 10cm

Notes: This hat is knitted inside out.