The Brooktondale Hat is a textured, worsted-weight hat with a doubled quilted lattice pattern, formed by strategically slipping stitches and later lifting them up behind the working row. The pattern has been updated in 2020 to include four sizes to fit a wider range of head sizes and decreases that are “hidden” under the slipped stitches.

I lived in the small town of Brooktondale for two years, in a large barn that had been converted to apartments. My favorite memories from my time in Brooktondale were those crisp fall mornings where I enjoyed tea on my porch, fished at the old mill, or made my way to Brookton’s Market for a delicious treat. When I saw the “Sunset” colorway of Malabrigo worsted, it immediately brought to mind all things fall: changing leaves, pumpkins, apple cider, and those gorgeous autumn sunsets. I always enjoy unpacking my clothes and accessories seasonally and can’t wait to show off hand knits as soon as the weather turns.

The hat begins with a simple ribbed brim that flows into a textured doubled quilted lattice stitch. The doubled quilted lattice stitch is achieved by slipping stitches with yarn in front, knitting subsequent rows, and then lifting the loose strands behind the working stitch. The slipped stitch pattern continues into the decrease section, creating a fitted and visually appealing crown.

Materials

Child: Malabrigo Rios 100% Superwash Merino Wool; 210 yd/192 m per 100g skein - RIO213 Pines, 1 skein (used 43 g)

Adult Medium: Malabrigo Rios 100% Superwash Merino Wool; 210 yd/192 m per 100g skein - RIO121 Marte, 1 skein (used 61 g)

Adult Large: Malabrigo Worsted 100% Merino Wool; 210 yd/192 m per 100 g skein - MM096 Sunset, 1 skein (used 86 g)

1 US #5 / 3.75 mm circular needle, 16-inch
1 US #7 / 4.5 mm circular needle, 16-inch
US #7 / 4.5 mm double pointed needles

Notions
stitch marker, tapestry needle

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Circumference: 22 inches/56 cm
Length: 9.25 inches/23.5 cm

GAUGE

22 sts / 42 rows** = 4 inches/10 cm in doubled quilted lattice stitch
Please note that 42 rows of the stitch pattern will only create 26 rounds due to the stitches being slipped (not knit) in rows 1, 2, 7, and 8

This pattern is written, and there are also two full pages of photos and instructions for the slipped stitch techniques used to create the textured Doubled Quilted Lattice pattern of the hat body.