THE BASIC DOODLE HAT This pattern is worked in the round, from bottom up. Beginning with a flexible brim option, the stranded colorwork is then knit to desired finished height. Lastly, the crown decreases evenly for a smooth finish.

This is a Doodle Series Pattern, which means it includes micro charts intended to be used as mix-and-match colorwork motifs throughout the project. This “basic doodle” uses simple, everyday motifs that can go with anything for the perfect cowl! Or you can substitute ANY other Doodle charts!

The Basic Doodle includes 26 charts.

SIZE(S)

Baby, Child (Adult S/M, Adult L/X-L)*

Available in standard or slouchy fit.

MEASUREMENTS

Standard Height: 6, 7 (9, 10) in 15, 18 (23, 25) cm
Slouchy Height: 8, 9 (11, 12) in 20, 23 (28, 30) cm
Circum.: 12, 16 (20, 24) in 30, 40 (50, 60) cm

Hats are intended to fit with negative ease. Choose a size with approx. 1-2 in 2.5-5 cm negative ease based on actual head circumference to ensure a snug finished fit.

YARN

Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn.

Sample uses Green Letter Day Merino 4-ply DK base, 100% superwash merino, 100g, 250 yards 231 m Colors: Varies between samples

Yardage listed in total yards per size due to the customizable nature of this pattern.

• 150, 200 (250, 300) yards 137, 183 (228, 274) m

Approx. (1) 100g skein main color and (3-4) 20g skeins accent colors

NEEDLES

Main Hat: US 5/3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
Ribbing: US 4/3.5 mm or one size smaller than gauge
16 or 24 in 40 or 60 cm circular needles

NOTE: DPNs or magic loop required for crown decreases.

GAUGE

24 sts and 24 rounds per 4 in 10 cm in colorwork

NOTIONS

3, 4 (5, 6) stitch markers (one in different color)
Scissors & Tapestry needle

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES

Special techniques include stranded colorwork in the round, 1x1 ribbing, k2tog and ssk decreases.

SHARING

Please share progress photos and finished projects using #BasicDoodleHat