The sultry, majestic tones of Richie Beirach’s tune, Elm, inspired this fisherman’s rib cap perfect for a hike through the Pacific Northwest. In collaboration with Thought to Thread, this hat is a handknit adventure through the trees. Embrace the magic and mystery of the PNW through this design.

SIZE(S)
A, (B, C)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Finished Circumference: 12.5, (15, 17.5)” / 31, (37.5, 44)cm
To Fit: 16-17, (18-19, 20-22)” / 12.5, (15, 17.5)cm head circumference

YARN
Fingering weight in two colors; approx. 12, (14, 15)g / 66, (77, 83)yds / 60, (71, 75)m in each color.
For single color version: 24, (27, 30)g / 132, (149, 165)yds / 121, (136, 151)m
(Note that yarn weights are provided for a woolen spun yarn. Weights will be different for a worsted spun yarn. If planning to use a worsted spun yarn, use the yds/m as your guide for how much yarn you will need for your project. Also, note that the numbers above reflect a 10% bump to account for swatching needs.)

SUGGESTED YARN
Thought to Thread, Staple 100% Targhee-Columbian Wool (100g / 550yds) “Anything Pink” & “Ash Gray”

Sample 1
Thought to Thread, Color A – “Anything Pink” & Color B – “Ash Gray”
Size 3 with 2.5” / 5cm brim for a total height of approx. 8” / 20cm worn on 21” / 53cm head

Sample 2
Thought to Thread, “Ash Gray”
Size 2 with 3” / 7.5cm brim for a total height of approx. 8” / 22.5cm worn on 21” / 53cm head

Sample 3
Thought to Thread, Color A – “Anything Pink” & Color B – Handspun from leftovers of three different Nest Fiber braids spun as a heavy 2-ply fingering, semi-woolen yarn
Size 1 with 1.5” / 3.75cm brim for a total height of approx. 6” / 15cm worn on 16” / 40cm head

NEEDLES
US size 3 / 3.25mm – 16” / 40cm circular needles and DPNs or longer cable for magic loop for crown shaping
Optional: US size 2 / 2.75mm – 16” / 40cm circular needles for tighter rim

GAUGE
22 sts & 21 rnds = 4” measured over Fisherman’s Rib stitch, in the round

GEAR
Stitch markers (1 unique marker + 2-3 extra for sections), scissors, tapestry needle

TEA
Rose tea

ALBUM
“Elm” recorded by Richie Beirach on Spotify

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