Pattern description from Vogue Knitting, Holiday 2007: “Lipp Holmfeld’s circular take on the traditional Russian ushanka hat relies on a plush combo of Trendsetter yarns. The cap, earflaps and back neckpiece are knit with a double strand of ‘Boboli’ while the fur effect is created off a base chain of ‘Curly’ with a crocheted loop stitch.”

“Faux-cabled hat with ear and front flaps and looped trim. Sized for one size and shown on page 68.”

Materials

• 3 1¾oz/50g balls (each approx 70yd/64m) of Trendsetter Yarns Boboli (wool/polyamide/acrylic) in #769 blue bayou
• 2 balls 1¾oz/50g balls (each approx 38yd/35m) of Trendsetter Yarns Curly (wool/polyamide) in #9 cocoa
• One size 10½ (6.5mm) circular needle, 16”/40cm length or size to obtain gauge
• One size 10½ (6.5mm) double-pointed needles
• One size K-10½ (6.5mm) crochet hook
• Stitch markers & holders