This pattern includes Larissa’s hat only.

Larissa’s Hat was inspired by the fabulous fur hat worn by the character Lara in the tragic love story Dr Zhvago. When I first saw the Arequipa Fur, my first instinct was to rub it on my face. Oh how soft it was. I immediately imagined a hat inspired by the hats worn by Larissa during the cold Russian winters. She is known as Lara in the movie, but her proper name is Larissa. Since I have not seen the movie, I felt it better to use her proper name until we are acquainted. Unlike the complicated and tragic romance of Larissa and Dr. Zhvago, this hat has a straight forward construction resulting in a very warm and stylish hat. Larissa’s Hat and the Lady’s Knight Mitts were made to complement each other, so be sure complete your winter ensemble by making a pair.

Skills Needed: knitting in the round, whip stitch, k2tog decrease.

Yardage: MC: 100 yds; (9 m). CC: 61 yds; (6 m).

Needles: US #10 (6 mm) 16”/40 cm or size to obtain gauge. US #10 (6 mm) dpns to work the crown. US #9 (5 mm) 16”/40 cm to work the brim.

Finished Measurements: Circumference 20-22” (51-56 cm); Depth 9” (23 cm). Sample shown is 18” (46 cm) blocked and relaxed and stretches easily to fit 22” (56 cm).

Notions Required: tapestry needle, 4-6 removable markers, BOR marker.