Wescott by Makenzie Alvarez

Wescott

Knitting
February 2025
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
19.75 stitches and 26.25 rows = 4 inches
in cable repeat
US 6 - 4.0 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
200 - 220 yards (183 - 201 m)
16.25 (19.5, 22.75)”/41.5 (49.5, 58) cm circumference
English
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Walking along the coastline wishing I could stay within its woodland lined waters. Dreaming of a quiet cottage to cozy up in with yarn and a hot cup, dreaming of all the knitted things. Finding beauty in simplicity is what inspired Wescott. This worsted weight hat it filled with classic cables perfect for any skill level, one that will fly off your needles and be ready to keep you warm on your next chilly adventure.

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner

Finished Sizes
2-3”/5-7.5 cm negative ease recommended
16.25 (19.5, 22.75)”/41.5 (49.5, 58) cm circumference
8.5”/21.5 cm tall (adjustable)

Gauge (Blocked)
19.75 sts x 26.25 rows = 4”/10 cm square in
cable rep
20 sts x 36 rows = 4”/10 cm square in
1x1 rib

Yarn
Worsted weight yarn; 200 yards/183 m
Sample Used: Tumalo Fiber; Ghost Town Worsted; 100% Shaniko/NSW Merino/Rambouillet; 227 yds/207 m; 3.5 oz/100 g; 1 hank in Freezing Drizzle

Needles
US6/4 mm - 16”/40 cm circular needle or DPNs for the brim; or size needed to obtain gauge
US8/5 mm - 16”/40 cm circular needle for body and 32”/80 cm circular needle or DPNs for the crown; or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions
1 unique marker for Beginning of Round, optional additional markers to make repeats
Cable needle (optional), tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors, blocking tools

Skills Required
Basic Knitting Skills
Cabling or willingness to learn
Decreasing