This cabled hat has a slight slouch. The cabled pattern utilizes a seeded (knit and purl stitched) center for added texture. The pattern is worked smoothly into the decreases for the crown shaping for a clean finish.

Yarn: 176 yards (160 meters) worsted weight yarn, including pom pom. Pictured using Wool of the Andes in Cilantro Heather (2 skeins).

Needles:

• US 5 and 7 circular needles
• US 7 DPNs
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch marker

Gauge:
K1, p1 brim with US 5 needles = 4.75 stitches per inch.
Main stitch pattern with US 7 needles = 4.75 stitches per inch.

Level: Intermediate. Includes written instructions and chart.