Inspired by We Knit Together’s ties to Massachusetts, the Westminster hat was designed to satisfy the adventurous beginner as well as the more experienced knitter. This pattern is a great introduction to knitting in the round, however, the final product is more aesthetically complex than a simple stockinette beanie without added complications. What we love about this pattern is the ease of memorizing the pattern repeat, making it a great knit for curling up on the couch and relaxing.

Size -Approx. 17 (19, 22) in / 43 (48, 56) cm circumference; S - child/teen, M - women’s, L - men’s

Yarn -Quince and Co. Owl or Quince and Co. Lark (worsted) -Color Cement, just over 1 skein for M; Color Maple, just under 1 skein S. (Approx. 130 yards)

Materials -US 7 (4.5mm) 16 in/40 cm circular (circ.) needle and double pointed needles (dpns) — or size necessary to obtain gauge -US 5 (3.75mm) 16 in/40 cm circ. needle or dpns -Stitch marker (optional) -Tapestry needle

Gauge -6 sts by 8 rows = 1”/2.5cm x 1”/2.5cm in left diagonal rib pattern.