Using knit and Purl, the fabric for this hat and cowl is highly textured, with lots of options. The pattern supports both worsted and DK weight yarns, and can be used to produce either a traditional beanie or slouch hat. It can be worked flat or in the round, depending upon knitter’s choice. A fun knit with little pressure. If you like charts, the charts for the pattern are complete. In addition, the charts are fully written out, both for the flat knitting and in the round. For the knitter who likes options, several additional charts are supplied as well as a blank chart for the knitter’s own inspiration. Make it truly your own.

My thanks to the test knitters for their help in discovering my mistakes, and to my grandson who wears the hat every week when we talk via Skype.