The Táwid Hat was inspired by the Tik-tiko weaving motif from the Cordillera Highlands of Northern Philippines. This weaving motif can be seen in 2 ways, as X marks or as diamond marks, both of which relate to Rice. As X-marks, it represents the Lusong or the mortar used to pound rice for hulling. As Diamonds, it represents the individual rice grain.

A Note On Gauge:
It is important to match the stitch gauge to have the circumference expected. You may size up your needle to have a looser gauge which will result in a wider circumference. In the same way, use a needle size down to make a smaller circumference.

Gauge Guide For Larger Sizes
Using Sport Weight Yarn
For a 50.5cm/20” Circumference—Make size 1—Use 3mm needles for the ribbing and 4mm needles to obtain 23 sts for 10cm/4”
For a 57cm/22 1/2” Circumference—Make Size 2—Use 3mm needles for the ribbing and 4mm needles to obtain 23 sts for 10cm/4”

Using DK Weight Yarn
For a size 53cm/21” Circumference—Make Size 1—Use 3.25mm needles for the ribbing and 4mm needles to obtain 22sts for 10cm/4”
For a size 59.5cm/23 1/2” Circumference—Make Size 2—Use 3.25mm needles for the ribbing and 4mm needles to obtain 22sts for 10cm/4”