This beautifully intricate slouchy hat is the perfect project for advanced knitters. Knit stitch chains cross and interlock on a mesh background. The complexity of the stitches engages the mind, and the stretchiness means the finished hat should fit most adults.
 
Materials

Yarn: DK weight, approx. 256 yds (234 m).

Shown in: Fly Designs Hand Dyed Yarn, Cashmara DK. Colorway: Brown. 80% Superwash Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon, 290 yds (265 m) per skein. One skein used.

Needles: U.S. size 6 (4.0 mm) circular needle, 16 in (40.5 cm) length; one set U.S. size 6 (4.0 mm) double pointed needles.

Gauge: 2 horizontal repeats of cable pattern x 2 vertical workings of cable pattern = 4 in. x 4 in (10 cm x 10 cm).

Notions: cable needle, locking stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Finished Measurements: Stretches to 24 in
(61 cm) circumference. 10 in (25.5 cm) height.

Techniques Used
Knits, Purls, Knitting through the back loop, Twists, Cables, Yarn Overs, Decreases, Slipped Stitches and Moved Markers.