The Barn Elms hat was inspired by a row of trees dappled by autumnal sunshine – something that is recreated beautifully by the use of a kettle-dyed yarn – whilst the crown shaping is reminiscent of tree rings. It is a unisex hat that makes a great travel project and is also suitable for advanced beginners.

• Difficulty Intermediate – knit, purl, knitting in the round and simple finishing.

• Yarn Malabrigo Merino Worsted (100% Merino; 210 yds / 192 m / 100g): #135 Emerald, 1 skein. Substitute with approximately 210 yds / 192 m of worsted weight yarn. Yarn amount may vary if using different yarn.

• Finished Measurements Brim circumference 15 ½ (17 ¾, 20, 22 ¼) in / 39 (44.5, 50, 55.5) cm. Finished length 9 (9 ¾, 10 ¼, 11) in / 22.5 (25, 26, 28)cm.

• To Fit Size To fit 17 ½ (20, 22, 24) in / 44.5 (51, 56, 61) cm head circumference.

• Gauge 18 sts and 26 rnds = 4 in / 10 cm in stitch pattern using 5 mm (US8) needles.

• Needles and Notions Size 5 mm (US 8) circular needle, 16 in / 40 cm long and set of double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Markers, tapestry needle.