Ellu-hat is worked in the round from the brim up. The brim is shaped with short rows to create a sloped brim but the pattern gives you instructions for normal brim also.

The finished hat has a slouchy fit, but if you want a more fitted beanie, start the crown earlier.

Sizes

To fit head size 50-52, 54-56, 58-60 cm (20, 22, 24 inches).

Finished measurements

Brim finished circumference non stretched 35.5, 38, 40.5 cm/ 14, 15, 16 inches.
Body finished circumference 40, 43, 46.5 cm/ 15.75, 17, 18.25 inches.
Height approximately 23 cm/ 9 inches.

Yarn

100 g of worsted or aran weight yarn, app. 200 m (219 yds) per 100 g. The sample was knitted with Louhittaren Luola Pohjan Akka in colourway Sammal (100% Wool), 200 m/ 219 yds per 100 g.

Needles & notions

3.75 mm/ US 5 and 4.50 mm/ US 7 (80 cm/ 32 inches or longer for magic loop) circular needle, or set of DPNs or size to obtain gauge
marker, cable needle, tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

24 sts x 34 rows = 10 x 10 cm/ 4 x 4 inches with bigger needles in pattern after blocking.