Sparkly Kiss Cap by Leslie Scanlon

Sparkly Kiss Cap

Knitting
October 2005
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch (St st) using 2 strands of yarn held together
US 7 - 4.5 mm
164 - 328 yards (150 - 300 m)
12-18 months
English

Pattern description from Handknit Holidays: “This lighthearted baby hat ensures that everyone in your family can get into the spirit of the season--no matter how little they are. A slip of French ribbon--the kind that’s edged with fine wire to hold its shape--tops off the hat with a tag, replicating the famous chocolate confection it mimics to the smallest detail.”

Finished Measurements: Child’s Newborn (Infant, Small, Medium) To fit 0-6 months (6-12 months, 12-18 months, 24+ months) 17.5 (18, 19.75, 21.5)“ circumference.

Yarn: Filatura di Crosa No Smoking (66% viscose / 34% polyester; 82 yards / 25 grams): 2 (3, 4, 4) balls #101 (use double strand throughout)

Needles:

  • One 16” circular (circ) needle size US 7 (4.5 mm)
  • One set of five double-pointed needles (dpn) size US 7 (4.5 mm)
  • Change needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge

Notions: Stitch marker, knitting, elastic, 1,5-2” wide white or transparent wired ribbon (wider for larger sizes), yarn needle, sewing needle and thread, Fray Check.