Following the success of my ‘Walk in the Woods’ pattern published last Autumn, I have designed a winter colourway and introduced some new motifs. Like the original, this beanie is perfect for learning, practicing and even designing your own Fair Isle, also for working in the round. It is also a fun knit for those experienced in Fair Isle. The design consists of nine simple peerie patterns, (small Fair Isle patterns) of four to six rows and four stitch repeats. The pattern lays out a suggested order and colour way design, building complexity of stitches as you progress. However, you can design your own hat by choosing from the 9 peerie patterns illustrated. As the first and last row of each pattern is a single colour knit row the beanie will grow quickly and gives a break from the Fair Isle practice.
The ‘Winter Walk in the Woods’ reflects the beautiful shades of a winter woodland. The contrast in each section makes the patterns easy to follow as well as a great looking combination.

Approximate size
22cm long 52cm circumference.
The finish hat will stretch comfortably to 62cm circumference.
If you wish to knit a bigger or smaller hat increase the number of stitches by 12 as all the peerie designs are divisible by 12.

You will need
Six colours of your choice in Shetland 2 ply yarn.
I used Jamieson and Smith Shetland yarn in the following colours. The finished hat weighs 40 grams once the ends are cut.

Colour Code Approx. weight
A Grey Brown FC46mix 15gms
B Pale Brown GreenFC64mix 9 gms
C Dark Green 82 mix 10gms
D Pale Blue Grey 1280 6gms
E Gold Green FC12mix 8gms
F Beige Yellow FC43mix 5gms

Jamieson and Smith: www.shetlandwoolbrokers.co.uk

Set 3.00 and 3.25mm double pointed needles (Long 5 needle set) or 3.25 circular needle.
Optional short 3.25mm needles for end of crown.