Janus Hat by Michael Bechard

Janus Hat

MB
Knitting
May 2017
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Main Pattern
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
150 - 165 yards (137 - 151 m)
One Size
English
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Janus, the Roman god of change is portrayed as having two faces, one looking forward; the other, backward. With multiple sides, this hat is perfect for facing whatever direction suits your fancy (and possible to change up as you wish), keeping you warm and stylish no matter what the day brings!

Materials

  • Approx. 155 yards/142 m of worsted weight yarn - Sample shown in Riverside Studio Merino Singles Worsted (100% Merino; 220 yds/200 m per 100g skein) colourway Hell’s Kitchen
  • 16” US 5/3.75mm circular needle
  • 16” US 8/5mm circular needle
  • US 8/5mm DPNs (or 32” circular needle for magic loop)
  • Stitch markers
  • Tapestry needle
  • Cable needle

Measurements and Gauge

  • Approx. 19” (49 cm) around by 9” (23 cm) tall
  • Approx. 24 sts by 28 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in pattern

Acknowledgements
Huge thanks to solskenrph, mattconmom, 4knitsakes and mrldz for all their help testing this pattern! <3