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The Bloomtrail Hat was inspired by long scenic walks with our pups. It is a classic ribbed hat with a twist; thoughtfully placed stitches allow the ribbed texture to transition seamlessly into a charming chevron motif emulating trees & pathways. It’s as fun to knit as it is to watch the pattern emerge. The pattern includes 5 sizes (baby through adult large) and provides tips to further extend sizing. You can also choose between 3 brim styles: double hemmed, folded, or single. Want a fitted and slouchy version? The pattern contains 2 eye catching flower inspired crown styles to maximize customizability. Knit this hat and take your best friend on a sniffari!

SIZES

5 sizes: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)
Brim circumference: ~13-19” / 33 - 49 cm
Pattern intended to be worn with 3-6” (7.5-15 cm) of negative ease
2 crown style options (height customizable)

YARN

Approximately 114 (159, 175, 229) yd / 104 (145, 160, 209) m of DK weight yarn (assumes longer crown)
Samples shown in: Kelbourne Woolens Scout in Stone Heather, Blue Heather, and Orchid Heather (sizes 5, 3, 2)
100% Wool, non-superwash, 2 ply, 274 yd (251 m), 100 g

SAMPLES

Gray sample: size 5, slouchy crown, hemmed double brim
Orange sample: size 4, fitted crown, single brim
Blue sample: size 3, slouchy crown, single brim
Purple sample: size 2, fitted crown, hemmed double brim
Pink sample: size 1, fitted crown, folded brim

GAUGE

Chevron Rib Motif: 28 sts and 33 rnds = 4” (10 cm)

NEEDLES & HOOKS

Brim: US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needle 16” (40 cm), or needle size needed to obtain gauge
Body: US 5 (3.75 mm) circular needle 16” (40 cm), or needle size needed to obtain gauge
Spare brim size (or no more than 2 sizes smaller than body needle) circular needle, 16” (40 cm)
Additional set of body size needles to work preferred method of small circumference knitting
Crochet hook size, size D (3.25 mm)

NOTIONS

Stitch markers (one unique BOR m, additional m)
Waste yarn (contrasting color, smooth, light DK or thinner)
Tapestry needle

This pattern has been tech edited & tested, has 9 pages including written & charted instructions, has several video tutorials, and provides modification guidance.

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