Brass Tacks Hat by Ash Kearns

Brass Tacks Hat

Knitting
June 2013
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18 stitches = 4 inches
in Stockinette on 5mm or size to obtain gauge
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
150 - 200 yards (137 - 183 m)
small 18”-20", (medium 19”-21", large 21”-23”)
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Let’s get down to Brass Tacks! This simple hat is a staple in your knitting repertoire! Make it a fitted beanie, or extend the length for a slouchy look: This hat is designed for the whole family. It would also be ideal for charity knitting or, knit in a soft yarn, the perfect chemo cap. Three sizes will fit anyone you know and love!

Materials:
150- 200 yards of worsted weight yarn such as Cascade 220
4mm 16” circular needle
5mm 16” circular needle
Set of 5mm double pointed needles (DPNs)
Stitch Markers
Wool needle (for sewing in ends)

Sizes: small 18”-20”, (medium 19”-21”, large 21”-23”)

Gauge: 18sts= 4” in St st using 5mm or needle size to obtain gauge.

Skills Used: Working in the round, working with DPNs

EASY KNIT

Matching Mittens/ Fingerless Mitts

Questions or comments? Please contact Ash Kearns directly or join my Ravelry group, Ash Kearns Handknitting!