Warm Embrace Slouchy by Sheryl J. Cox

Warm Embrace Slouchy

Knitting
March 2019
both are used in this pattern
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
21 stitches and 33 rows = 4 inches
in Stripe Pattern
US 2½ - 3.0 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
300 - 350 yards (274 - 320 m)
Hat: S, L
English
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The Warm Embrace Slouchy is a cosy beanie that is comfortable, light hearted and fun to wear. Like its partner the Warm Embrace Shawl, bold colour, simple stitches and fuzzy texture are the stand out features of this go to accessory for winter.

This an easy to knit over sized beanie that pairs simple stitches with colour and texture to great effect. Use the suggested colours in the pattern or experiment and come up with your own exciting colour palette. This Pattern compliments the Warm Embrace Shawl (pictured in the last photo) and is available for download separately.

EDITED BY:
Laura Chau

SKILL LEVEL: Easy

SIZE: S, L
Rib band circumference: 17 (18)”/ 43 (46)cm
Finished size: 19.5 (20.5)”/ 49.5 (52)cm
Length: 12.5 (13.5)”/ 31 (34)cm
Choose the rib band circumference closest to 2” (5cm) smaller then your head circumference.

YARN USED: 2 hand dyed yarns are used in this design, see below for colours and description.

Essence of Autumn Yarn - Prairie Worsted: 100% SW Merino, 4oz (115g), 210yd (192m) 4 ply
This is a worsted weight yarn with a recommended gauge of 16-20 sts using 4.5-5.5mm (US 7-9) needle.
Colour/Quantity:
Oyster Mushroom, 1
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Essence of Autumn Yarn - Halo DK: 70% Kid Mohair/30% Silk, 2oz (50g), 110yd (100m)
This is a DK weight yarn with a recommended gauge of 21-24 sts using 3.75-4.5mm (US 5-7) needle, however it can be worked at different gauges from sport-chunky weight.
Colour/Quantity:
Koi Pond, 1
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MATERIALS:
3mm (US 2) 80 cm circular needle, 4.5mm (US 7) 80cm circular needle or size to obtain gauge, locking stitch markers, tapestry needle.

STITCH PATTERNS:
Stockinette Stitch (St st)
Reverse Stockinette Stitch (Rev St st)