This pattern is for a colourwork ‘spider web’ hat, with an stuffed spider that dangles from the top.

Size
One size to fit child. The finished circumference is 40cm (16in), and the hat will stretch to fit a head size up to 50cm (20in).

Material
DK weight yarn in 2 colours. A Wool or wool blend is recommended.
MC 80m (87yds)
CC 50m (55yds)
Small amount of toy stuffing.

Equipment
4mm (US6) 40cm (16in) circular needle and dpns, or size needed to obtain gauge.
4.5mm (US7) 40cm (16in) circular needle and dpns, or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge
25sts and 26rnds = 10cm (4in) square on 4.5mm (US7) needles in stranded colourwork pattern worked in the round, after blocking.

Techniques
You will need to be able to work stranded colourwork in the round, knit and purl, and work i-cord.