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Immerse yourself in the allure of the Irish coast without leaving home with Mervin, a knitting adventure inspired by the Emerald Isle. Named for its meaning, “Lover of the sea,” Mervin brings the rhythmic dance of waves and the salty sea breeze into your cosy space.

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, Mervin’s beginner-friendly pattern accommodates all skill levels. Experience the ebb and flow of the yarn as you knit, losing yourself in the mesmerising world of Irish charm. The distant call of selkies may serenade you as you create a piece that captures the essence of the coastal magic.

Take the plunge and let Mervin transport you to the heart of the sea. Each stitch brings you one step closer to the enchantment of Ireland, ensuring your knitting journey is as captivating as a stroll along its picturesque shores.

Worked from the bottom up, this versatile hat pattern allows you to craft a perfectly fitting hat seamlessly in the round. The construction involves starting with the brim, progressing to the body, and culminating with shaping the crown. As you approach the final stages of the crown, you’ll need to switch from using 16” / 40 cm circular needles to either the magic loop method or double-pointed needles, depending on your preference for tackling smaller circumferences.

SKILL LEVEL
Beginner

SIZE INFORMATION
Adult
22” / 56 cm

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
20” / 50 cm circumference — the finished measurements of the hat is 2” / 5 cm smaller than your head circumference. This hat is worn with negative ease. 9” / 23 cm in height.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Brim: US6 (4 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or one size smaller than needles used for gauge
Body: US7 (4.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or the size required to obtain gauge
Crown: Same needle size as the body using preferred needles for a small circumference (magic loop or double-pointed needles)

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, stitch marker (1), pompom (optional)

YARN REQUIREMENTS
155 yds / 170 m worsted weight yarn

SUGGESTED YARN
Knit Picks — Swish Worsted
100% Superwash Merino
110 yds (101 m) / 1.75 oz (50 g)
Colour: Green Tea Heather
https://www.knitpicks.com/

GAUGE
16 stitches by 25 rounds in pattern motif (body of hat) on larger needles = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. Gauge is crucial in obtaining the correct fit. Changes in gauge will cause a size difference for both your finished hat and the yardage requirements for your project.

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This pattern has been professionally tech-edited.