Minerva Hat by Jess LaBlache

Minerva Hat

Knitting
January 2017
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in English Lace
US 6 - 4.0 mm
164 - 219 yards (150 - 200 m)
one size only
English
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Minerva, the Roman goddess of poetry and wisdom, is also the patron of weaving. A delicate, beret-style slouchy hat, the ‘basket-weave’ appearance of this beanie’s lace will both keep your head warm and add a dash of style and elegance to your everyday wardrobe. It is worked top down and in the round, so you can try it on as you go and ensure you end up with the perfect hat to suit your own style!

Worked in DK weight, it’s a quick knit, making this the perfect project to work up in a flash for a gift, or just to add a bit of sophisticated flair to your own stash of accessories. The all-over lace pattern, while appearing intricate, is actually only a 6 st/6 row repeat. This is a fun challenge for those wanting to develop their lace skills, or for experienced knitters to enjoy during a short-term project. Written and charted instructions are included.

For a video tutorial of the magic circle cast on, click here!

Materials/notions required:
Yarn: 1 skein/100gm Shilasdair Luxury DK (10% cashmere/10% baby camel fibre/40% angora/40% fine merino lambswool), 300m (328yds) – approx. half a skein required
Needles: 4mm/US 6 24” circular needles and DPNs, OR longer circular needle cable to work magic loop
Notions: 16 stitch markers (1 should be distinct from the rest, to mark end of round), 4mm crochet hook

Gauge:
24 sts (4 pattern repeats) and 32 rows over 4” (10cm) in English Lace worked in the round

Measurements:
Approx 23.5” (59.5cm) circumference at widest point x 9” (22.5cm) long.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knit.