Amaranth Hat by Rachel Brockman

Amaranth Hat

Knitting
January 2021
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches
in Cable pattern
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
175 - 200 yards (160 - 183 m)
Adult Medium
English
This pattern is available for free.

The Amaranth Hat is a textural beauty. The stretchy brim pattern shifts seamlessly into the cable pattern. The stitch definition of Wool Pop makes the cables in this pattern – well, pop! The mix of fibers in Wool Pop makes this hat both cool and cozy, perfect for early spring into chilly autumn days.

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
Adult Medium

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference: 18¼” (Stretches to approx. 22”)
Length: 9”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Wool Pop (50% bamboo, 35% superwash wool, 15% polyamide; 100 g / 284 yds)
Version 1:
• 612 True Red – 1 skein
Version 2:
• 602 Cream – 1 skein
Needle: US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” circular
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, cable needle (cn)

GAUGE
26 sts x 29 rnds = 4” in Cable patt
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This hat is knit in the round from the bottom up.