Bamboo Cap by Wena' Knaup

Bamboo Cap

Loom Knitting
May 2012
yarn held together
Aran
+ Aran
= Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
5.0 mm (H)
364 - 728 yards (333 - 666 m)
Adult
English
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This cap was designed just so the stitch (of the same name) could be used. Although the stitch is intricate, the cap can be completed in one sitting – especially when you need it for an unexpected snow shower while at Yellowstone Park!

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Size: Adult, Teens, Unisex

Yarn Description:
2 skeins Red Heart Super Saver #0365 Coffee
4-ply 100% Acrylic; 7oz/198g, 364yds/333m

Knifty Knitter Loom: Purple loom 5/8”, 48 pegs (can also use CinDWood loom of same size)

Other Materials Needed:
Loom hook
Sz H/8 (5mm) crochet hook
Plastic tapestry needles
Different color stitch markers

Gauge: Not required for this project

Pattern Notes: Read ALL instructions thoroughly BEFORE starting to knit.

Created in the round, from the brim up, this loom knitted cap pattern incorporates: crochet cast-on and drawstring bind off; (your choice of flat or e-wrap) knit, and purl stitches - just ensure to use the same type consistently; increasing and decreasing; uses the Bamboo stitch and the flat-top crown decrease technique.

Two strands of yarn are used simultaneously throughout to create this cap. It can be completed in one sitting, approximately 1-2.5 hours.

Detailed instructions and photos are included to help clarify a technique or movement.

Abbreviations Used:
• K - Knit
• P – Purl
• R - Row
• St/sts - Stitch(es)
• CO – Cast on
• COff – Cast Off
• BO – Bind off
• Beg – Beginning
• Dec – Decrease
• Inc – Increase
• Rem - Remaining
• Rep – Repeat
• St mrkr(s) - Stitch marker(s)

Stitches/Techniques Used:
Crochet CO
Bamboo Stitch
Flat-top Crown Decrease.
Drawstring COff