Size: M/L. Size M fits head measurement 54-56 cm (21-22 “) and size L fits 58 -60 cm (23-24”).

Finished size: 51-53 cm circumference and height approximately 22 cm.

Yarn: wool, sports weight. Gauge 23 X 30 stiches equals 10 x 10 cm in stockinette stich. Yarn used here, Drops Alpacka, 167 meter per 50 gram skein. You will need one skein of main color and waste yarn in different colors for the dogs, necklace, eyes and ears (Westie).

Needles: Circular needle 2,5 mm (US 2) and 3,5 mm (US 4). Separate needles 3,5 mm (US 4) for top of the crown.

The pattern chart involves 22 stiches in size M and 23 in size L. This applies to both Westie and Bichon patterns.

This hat is worked circularly (in the round) from base of brim to top of crown.