INTRODUCTION
The Wicklow Beanie is knitted in the round using a 2 x 2 rib, starting with a folded brim. The row is then sectioned into four to create a repeated pattern of 2 x 2 ribbing and a ‘bracken’ motif with ‘branches’ that decrease towards the crown. The motif is inspired by woodland walks in County Wicklow, Ireland.

SIZES
Size A: to fit a head circumference 46-49 cm (12mth baby/toddler)
Size B: to fit a head circumference 50-54 cm (child/adult small)
Size C: to fit a head circumference 55-59 cm (adult medium)
Size D: to fit a head circumference 60-63 cm (adult large)

YARN
Aran weight yarn. Suggest Studio Donegal’s ‘Irish Heather’ Aran weight. 100% wool

ESTIMATED YARDAGE
With suggested yarn at 150m/100g:
Size A: 90m/60g
Size B: 120m/80g
Size C: 165m/110g
Size D: 180m/120g

TOOLS REQUIRED
4mm circular needles (40cm length), cable needle, stitch markers

TECHNIQUES
Tubular/Italian cast on for 2 x 2 ribbing
Standard Knit and Purl stitches
T2B (‘Twist 2 Back’), T2F (‘Twist 2 Front’) - slipped stitches using a cable needle
P2TOG (‘Purl 2 Together’), K2TOG (‘Knit 2 Together’) - decreased stitches
Knitwise cast off

EXPERIENCE
Suitable for a beginner/intermediate level of knitting experience