Cosy Cable Hat by Lani Stanistreet

Cosy Cable Hat

Knitting
December 2019
DK (11 wpi) ?
19 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in stocking stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
175 - 262 yards (160 - 240 m)
one size (adult)
English
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Cosy Cable Hat is a snug head-hugging beanie designed for chilly winter days. It features a deep ribbed brim for extra warmth over the ears, and a pair of gorgeous chunky cables running up the front of the hat. The pattern is worked in one piece, knitted in the round on circular needles and is suitable for advanced beginners.

Yarn
2 x Lion Brand, LB Collection, Angora Merino, 80% extrafine merino, 20% angora (120m/131yd per 50g). Colour: 196 Sangria

You can substitute any DK (8 ply) weight yarn of your choice. However, for optimal results you should choose a heavier DK or even a light worsted (10ply)

Size
One size (adult).
Meant to be worn with considerable negative ease.
Approximate finished measurements, measured flat without stretching Circumference = 42cm/17” when stretched, up to 60cm/24”
Height from crown to bottom of unfolded brim = 26cm/10”


Skill level
Advanced beginner – cast on, knitting in the round, simple cables, counting stitches, decreasing, bind off