The Pint Size Ale is a hat based on the main cable pattern in the Scottish Ale Sweater. Knit from the bottom up on circular needles with worsted weight yarn, this attractive hat has extra warmth thanks to the cables. The pattern is totally written out and is also charted, so whether you like to follow written instructions or if you love charts, this pattern will work for you!

Skill Level
Intermediate

Finished size
16 in or 40.5 cm in circumference at brim unstretched.
22 in or 56 cm in circumference mid-body.
9.5 in or 25.25 cm high.

Materials
1 skein Cascade 220 Superwash Merino, 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 100g (3.5 oz), 220 yds (200 m), Color 02
Size 7 US/4.5 mm 16-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge.
Size 7 US/4.5 mm double point needles or size needed to obtain gauge.
Size 5 US/3.75 mm 16-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge.
Stitch markers
Cable needle
Tapestry needle

Gauge
27.25 sts and 28 rows = 4 in or 10 cm with larger needles in cable pattern.
25 sts and 25.5 rows = 4 in or 10 cm with smaller needles in unstretched rib pattern.