The distinctive shaping of this stylish hat is accomplished by first working gradual increases in the textured pattern of the body, and then decreasing in the stockinette stitch crown. The textured block pattern used here looks complex, but requires only simple knit and purl repeats.

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Designed by Kate Fisher

Sizes
Small 20-22”(medium-large 22-24”) head circumference

Materials
Madelinetosh DK, 100% superwash merino, 225yards, 1 skein, Note: Samples took approximately 160(195) yards. Shown in Mica and Opaline.
Size 4 and 6 16” circular needles, and one set of size 6 double pointed needles
6(7) stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Heavyweight elastic thread for adjusting the fit of the ribbed band.

Gauge
5 sts = 1” in stockinette stitch on larger needle. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.