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The rich texture of the Wheatsheaf Hat looks complex, but the hat is deceptively simple to make. Clever placement of knit and purl stitches creates the illusion of movement, while sections of wrapped stitches break up the vertical lines. Paired with a worsted-weight wool/mohair blend, this hat is destined to become your new favorite.

Difficulty Intermediate

Yarn Weight 4

Finished Size 16 ½ (19, 21 ¼)“ brim circumference and 9 ¼” tall. Hat shown measures 19”.

Yarn Brown Sheep Company Lamb’s Pride Worsted (85% wool, 15% mohair; 190 yd 173 m/ 4 oz 113 g): #M154 Rooster Red, 1 (2, 2) skein(s).

Needles Sizes 5 (3.75 mm) and 6 (4 mm): 16” circular (cir). Size 6 (4 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.

Gauge 27 sts and 27 rnds = 4” in Body patt on larger needle.

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NOTES

• This hat is worked in the round from the bottom up.

• The size 16 ½“ hat uses almost all of one skein of yarn; consider purchasing an extra skein as insurance.