Tenderwood Hat Deux is a 2-color version of the original 3-color Tenderwood Hat. The motif is simple and repetitive, making this a suitable pattern for stranded colorwork beginners. Add a bit of texture with purl stitches if you’re feeling adventurous!

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SIZING
1, 2, 3

Finished circumference:
19, 21, 22.5”/ 49, 53, 57cm

Choose a finished circumference that is 1-2”/ 2.5-5cm smaller than actual head circumference for best fit.

Length from top of brim to crown:
7”/ 18cm

Brim options:
Short (beanie style): 1.75”/ 4.5cm brim length
Long (folded, watch cap style): 4”/ 10cm brim length

MATERIALS

Yarn: DK weight yarn

Sample uses Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, 100% merino wool, 118 yds / 108m per 50g in colorways Cardamom, Dusty Rouge, and Eucalyptus

YARDAGE

MC
Short brim: 99 yds / 91m
Long brim: 169 yds / 155m

CC
Stockinette: 42 yds / 39m
Texture: 56 yds / 51m

Stated yardage includes enough yarn to make a 4” x 4” / 10cm x 10cm swatch.

Needle sizes:
US 6/4.00mm, or size needed to obtain gauge, 16-20”/40-50cm, and DPNs for crown decreases
US 5/3.75mm, or 1 size smaller than main needle, 16-20”/40-50cm or DPNs, for brim ribbing

Tools:
Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Gauge:
20 sts x 35 rows = 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm) in stranded colorwork in the round, after washing and blocking

SKILLS
Stranded colorwork