The Protection Sigil Hat and Cowl patterns are inspired by Icelandic magical staves (galdrastafir), which are symbols credited with various magical effects. For this design, I created a protection sigil incorporating the number 4 for stability and the Algiz rune (ᛉ) for protection, luck, and victory. The resulting symbol resembles a compass, aligning with the intention of providing protection from all directions, making it a practical and magical pattern for any knitter.

PATTERN NOTES

• Stitching the sigil onto the hat BEFORE folding the hem will allow you to enclose the backside for a clean finish.
• The Hat begins with a Provisional Cast On. I prefer the crochet method, but you are welcome to use whichever version works best for you.
• The extra circular needles are used in this design to help hold the Provisional Cast On stitches during the folded hem process, as well as during the 3-Needle Bind Off.

MATERIALS
HiKoo Sueño
1 hank Color A (shown in #1202 Mountain Fog) approx. 64 yards used)
1 hank Color B (shown in #1120 Rust) approx. 136 yards used)
US 5 needle 16” circular and DPNs / OR US 5 32”+ long circ for Magic Loop
Extra US 5 circular needle at least 24” long for folded hem and 3-Needle BO
Waste yarn & 3mm crochet hook for Provisional CO
5 locking sts markers & 1 unique beginning of round marker
Tapestry Needle

GAUGE
20 sts x 24 round = 4” in St st in the round

FINISHED SIZE (after blocking)
Adult Head - Approx. 10” tall x 20” circumference at hem

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN OCTOBER 2024 - currently a free pattern within the printed Skacel Magalog Vol 13.
CLICK HERE to get a free copy from Makers’ Mercantile online.