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Table of Contents
Her Royal Highness Hat ...... 5 Loveable Little Stem Hat ...... 6 Wish Upon a Star Knit Baby Cap ...... 7 Preschooler Rugby Hat ...... 8 Asterisk Hat ...... 9 Random Factor Hat ...... 10 Hemp Beanie ...... 11 Rickrack Rib Slouchy Hat Pattern ...... 12 Cladach Lace Hat ...... 13 Pirouette Hat ...... 15 Handspun Star Hat ...... 16 Special Thanks ...... 18
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Her Royal Highness Hat By: Jennifer Dickerson from Fiber Flux Instructions:
Children's hat patterns should be all about CO 48 sts, PM and join for working in the round. whimsicality, color, and texture. Her Royal Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 2.” Highness Hat hits the mark for all three. This Switch to stockinette and work until hat is 8” adorable knit hat pattern is an ode to purple, from CO edge. pink, and sweet applique gemstones. This hat is perfect for your little princess as she braves the Decrease: wildness of the backyard sandbox or tames the fire-breathing dragon (AKA the family dog). This Row 1: K2tog, K2 around hat is a charming option for mild winter Row 2: Knit afternoons or cool spring nights. Row 3: K2tog, k1 around Row 4: Knit Row 5: K2tog around
Cut yarn, leaving long tail.
Using tapestry needle run through remaining stitches and pull tightly. Weave in ends.
Gems:
Chain 4, sl st to beginning ch to form a ring. Work 12 dc into ring. Sl st into beginning dc to join.
Weave in ends. Stitch to hat.
Materials: 1 Skein Lion Brand Hometown Various yarn scraps in “gem-like” colors US 11 (8 mm) Circular Needles US 11 (8mm) DPNs Crochet hook (“N” hook for hat, “I” hook for gems) Tapestry Needle
Size: Child (6-12)
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Loveable Little Stem Hat By: Judit from MonsterYarns Instructions:
Some baby knits are so cute we could just eat Cast on 73(82) stitches them up. The Loveable Little Stem Hat is one of those adorable knit baby hat patterns we can't Begin with a knit row, work 40 rows (approx. resist. This simple striped baby hat is adorned 18cms) in Stocking Stitch with a sweet stem, giving the pattern a touch of whimsy. We love the Loveable Little Stem Hat in Dec row K1 (k2tog, k7) 8(9) - 65(73) sts the calming combination of blues as shown in P 1 row the photo, but a mix of pinks and other pastels Dec rowK1 (k2tog, k6) 8(9) times - 57(64) sts would be equally precious. P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k5) 8(9) times - 49(55)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k4) 8(9) times - 41(46)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k3) 8(9) times - 33(37)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k2) 8(9) times - 25(28)sts remain P 1 row Next row K1 (0) (k2tog) to end - 13(14)sts Materials: remain 1 x 100g ball Kiddies Couture DK P 1 row Shade Next row K1 (0) (k2tog) to end - 7 sts remain 100 Marine Stripe or DK of your choice Begin with a P row and knit 10 rows in stocking Set of 4mm knitting needles stitch
Size: 3-6 months & 6-12 months Break yarn leaving approx. 40 cm –16 ins spare. Thread yarn through the remaining 7 sts. Pull Tip: Start with the stem and sew it right side tight and secure. out, turn and sew on wrong side. Join seam reversing seam on lower 2cm for the roll of the hem.
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Wish Upon a Star Knit Baby Cap By: Lindsay Obermeyer from Serendipity Instructions:
This adorable baby hat pattern is a mix of With blue, cast on 92 stitches. Join circle and warmth and sweetness. The Wish Upon a Star place a stitch marker. Work the 2x2 rib for 1." Knit Baby Cap is adorned with a precious glowing star shooting across a field of calming Work stockinette stitch for the next 3.5." blue. This hat is knit with worsted weight wool, Remember that when you work stockinette in which is perfect for keeping baby's tiny head the round, you are knitting every round. nice and cozy. You’ll treasure this baby knit long after your little guy outgrows it. When the hat measures 4.5" from the cast on edge, begin decreasing to shape the crown. Knit for 39 stitches and then K2tog (knit 2 stitches together).
Knit another 39 stitches and K2tog the final 2 stitches for a total of 90 stitches.
Knit another row, placing a stitch marker after every 15 stitches.
To shape the crown, follow the chart, changing to double pointed needles when necessary.
Materials: Lion Brand Yarn Baby Wool in Medium Dusty Blue and Creamy Off White #7 (4.5mm) 16" circular knitting needles #7 (4.5mm) double pointed knitting needles Tapestry needle Scissors Stitch markers When 5 stitches remain on the needles, break Size: Infant (0-24 months) yarn and pull it through stitches. Tighten this circle and weave in the end on the inside of the Gauge: 5 stitches = 1" / 6 rows = 1" hat. Weave in all other tails.
Cut 24" length of cream. Thread tapestry needle and chain stitch the tail to your shooting star. Weave in all ends.
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Preschooler Rugby Hat By: Jennifer Dickerson from Fiber Flux Instructions for Knitting Hat in the Round:
Keep an eye on your little one during recess CO 44 sts with Main Color (MC) while she wears the Preschooler Rugby Hat. PM This pretty pink and purple knit hat pattern is Join in the round, being careful not to twist. the perfect mix of warmth and playfulness. Two Round 1: K2, P2 to end of round thick stripes and a giant fluffy pom pom adorn Repeat 5 times. this simple hat. Experiment with different colors Continuing to work in MC, work in stockinette for a boy’s hat, or knit one in a solid color or stitch (st st) for 6 rnds (knit every round) patterned colorway for an equally cute result. Use Contrasting Color (CC) for 2 rnd in st st Work MC for 2 rnds in st st Work CC for 2 rnds in st st Work MC for 6 more rnds in st st
To shape crown, switch to DPNs when needed and work entire decrease portion with MC Rnd 1: K2, K2tog to end of round. Rnd 2: Knit Rnd 3: K1, K2tog to end of round Rnd 4: Knit Rnd 5: K2tog to end of round
Instructions for Knitting Hat Flat:
CO 44 sts with MC Round 1: K2, P2 to end of round. Repeat 5 times. Continuing to work in MC, work in st st for 6 rows Materials: Switch to CC and work 2 rows st st 1 skein Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Work MC for 2 rows in st st Quick or Lion Brand Hometown USA in Work CC for 2 rows in st st the colorway of your choice Work MC for 6 more rows in st st Scraps of the same yarn in a contrasting color for stripes (if desired) To shape crown, switch to DPNs when needed US15 (10.0 mm) 16” circular needle and work entire decrease portion with MC. (round version) Rnd 1: K2, K2tog to end of round. Set of 4 US15 (10.0 mm) DPNs (round Rnd 2: Purl version) Rnd 3: K1, K2tog to end of round US15 (10.0 mm) straight needles (flat Rnd 4: Purl version) Rnd 5: K2tog to end of round Stitch marker Tapestry needle Finishing: Using tapestry needle, break yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining Sizes: Preschooler (3 - 4 years) stitches and pull tightly. Seam up back and weave in ends. Add large pom pom if desired.
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Asterisk Hat By: Dot from littletheorem Instructions:
Modern and masculine, the Asterisk Hat makes Double moss stitch pattern (DMSP): a great gift for him. This steel gray knit hat Row 1: *k1 p1* to end of row. pattern is a snug-fitting beanie with a subtle Row 2: *k1 p1* to end of row. and sophisticated stitch texture. This hat is Row 3: *p1 k1* to end of row. constructed with double moss stitch and Row 4: *p1 k1* to end of row. framed with a simple ribbed edge. It’s perfect for year-round wear. Tip: This pattern requires 4 dpns. The decreases at the top are worked in 6 segments, 2 on each dpn.
Cast on 102 (114) stitches, 34 (38) on each of your 3 dpns (if you’re using them). Join in the round and place marker for beginning of the row Work in k2 p1 rib for 10 rows (or around 1½”). Work in double moss stitch until hat measures 6” (7”), ending on Row 3 of DMSP Change to 4 dpns if you were using a circular needle, ensuring you have 34 (36) stitches on each of your 3 working needles. Work set-up row: *p1, (k1 p1) 8 (9) times, pm, k1 (p1 k1) 8 (9) times, (you should be at the end
of a needle)* to end of row. Work Row 4 of DMSP, placing marker in the Materials: middle of each dpn, i.e. after 17 (19) stitches, Patons UK Wool Blend DK, 1 skein = dividing your stitches into 6 segments for 251m decreases. 4 4mm dpns or 4mm 16” circular needle and 4 4mm dpns. Decrease: 3 stitch markers Row 1: (ssk k1 *p1 k1* to two stitches before Size: Small (18” around, 8” high or Large (20” marker, k2tog, slip marker, ssk p1 *k1 p1* to around, 9” high) two stitches before end of dpn, k2tog ) three times, 12 stitches decreased. Gauge: 22sts and 30 rows = 4” Row 2: (k2 *p1 k1* to one stitch before marker, k1, slip marker, k1 p1 *k1 p1* to one stitch Abbreviations: before end of dpn, k1) three times. Repeat these two rows 6 (7) more times. You ssk= slip 2 stitches knitwise, then knit them should have 18 stitches left. together with left hand needle Final Row: *sl1 k1 psso* to end of row. Cut the psso = pass slipped stitch over yarn leaving 10'' tail. Thread this through the remaining stitches and pull tight. Sew over the hole a couple of times and weave in any loose ends.
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Random Factor Hat By: Clare from The Natty Knitter Instructions:
Watch your man strut his stuff in this snug Set parameters of random number generator striped knit hat pattern. The Random Factor Hat between 1 and 10. Alternatively, use a die. is knit with a randomly determined number of rows of alternating colors. Don't let this unique Make list of random numbers, the sum of which idea scare you; this pattern has an easy-to- adds to about 80. Each of these random follow randomization method. Knit with sock numbers is the number of rows you will knit to yarn, this striped hat is perfect for a mild spring make a stripe. day or a cool evening. This project makes the perfect gift for math-lovers and hat-lovers alike. CO 176 sts in the round using yarn color 1 K1, P1 for 12 rows Using yarn color 1, K the first randomly generated number of rows Join yarn color 2, K the second randomly generated number of rows Alternate between yarn colors 1 and 2 until you have knitted approx 56 rows since the end of the rib (68 rows in total)
Decrease:
Continue working random number stripes as you decrease. The decreases are worked over 30 rows. Last stripe should be made in yarn color 1, extend number of rows in final stripe if necessary.
(K14, K2tog) x 11 (165 sts) K1 rnd (K13, K2tog) x11 (154 sts) Materials: K1 rnd
US size 1 (2.25 mm) double pointed Continue decreasing 11 sts each rnd until you needles have 11 sts left. Approx 100 yds of sock yarn in 2 solid K 1 rnd colors (50 yds of each color) K2tog x 5, K1 (6 sts) Random number generator or a die Cut yarn, thread through the live sts, pull tight Sizes: 22″ diameter, but can be resized to 20″ and secure on the inside (CO 160 sts, K50 st st rnds before decreasing and repeat decreases 10 times) or 24″ (CO 192 sts, K 62 st st rnds before decreasing, and repeat decreases 12 times)
Gauge: 8 sts and 12 rows = 1″
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Hemp Beanie By: Elizabeth from The Brown Stitch Abbreviations:
Mossy green, steel blue, and light gray combine CC1 = 1st contrasting color to form a masculine knit hat pattern perfect for CC2 = 2nd contrasting color your brother, husband, boyfriend, or dad. The Hemp Beanie is a simple knit beanie pattern Instructions: with a ribbed, fold-over edge. Perfect for mild winter days or cool spring nights, this classic hat With MC, CO 90 (100) stitches loosely, pm and is great for outdoor activities. This rugged yet join in the round (being careful not to twist stylish beanie makes a great gift for him. stitches) Work in 2x2 Rib until measures 4” / 10 cm from CO edge (will be folded over for a 2” / 5 cm brim) Continue in St st for 4” / 10 cm, switching from MC to CC1 and CC2 to create stripe pattern as you desire
Decrease:
Tip: As with previous St st rounds, change colors as you desire to continue stripe pattern. When it becomes too uncomfortable on the circular needles, switch to the double-pointed needles.
*k 7 (8), K2tog; repeat from * to end
k 3 rounds *k 6 (7), K2tog; repeat from * to end Materials: k 3 rounds 165 yds of main color, 100 yds of each *k 5 (6), K2tog; repeat from * to end contrasting color in DK yarn k 3 rounds *k 4 (5), K2tog; repeat from * to end 1 skein of each of 3 colors. k 3 rounds 16” / 41 cm circular knitting needles *k 3 (4), K2tog; repeat from * to end and DPNs in size US 3 / 3.25 mm k 2 rounds Tapestry needle or crochet hook to *k 2 (3), K2tog; repeat from * to end weave in ends k 1 round
*k 1 (2),K2tog; repeat from * to end Size: Medium/Large (Circ. 18 (20)”/46 (51) cm) k 1 round
*k 0 (1),K2tog Gauge: 5 sts = 1” / 2.5 cm in St st *k2tog; repeat from * to end
Cut yarn, pull to close, and weave in loose ends.
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Rickrack Rib Slouchy Hat Pattern By: Linda from Purl Avenue Instructions:
Casual yet eye-catching, this gorgeous garnet- With US 10 (6mm) circular needles, CO 54 sts. colored knit hat pattern is perfect for year- Place stitch marker and begin to knit in the round wear. The Rickrack Rib Slouchy Hat round. Pattern has a bold texture, making it a perfect accessory for an everyday outfit. This ravishing Edging: red beanie is an easy knitting pattern you'll love getting lost in, but you'll love wearing this hat Rnd 1: *k3, p3; rep from * to end of round. even more. Knit one for a friend who loves bold Repeat Rnd 1 three more times. and beautiful knit accessories. Rnd 4: *M1, k2, M1, k1, p3; rep from * to end of round. 72sts
Main Body:
Begin to knit with US 11 (8mm) circular needles for this section.
Rnd 1: *p1, k tbl of second stitch on the left- hand needle (leave stitch on needle), then k tthe first stitch, slide both stitches off needle; rep from * to end of round.
Rnd 2: *p1, knit into the front of second stitch on left-hand needle (leave stitch on needle), then knit first stitch, slide both stitches off needle; rep from * to end of round.
Repeat Rnds 1 and 2 until hat reaches 8″ from edge. Materials: 1 skein of Deborah Norville Serenity Decrease: Chunky Weight 109yds (100m) per skein Switch to US 11 (8mm) DPNs when appropriate. 3.5oz (100g) per skein US 11 (8mm) Rnd 1: *k3tog; rep from * to end of round. 24 US 10 (6mm) circular needles sts US 11 (8mm) circular needles Rnd 2: *k3tog; rep from * to end of round. 8 4 US 11 (8mm) DPNs sts. Yarn needle Stitch marker Cut yarn, leaving an 8″ (20.5cm) tail and weave yarn through remaining sts. Pull tightly to close Gauge: 11 sts x 15 rows = 4″ and weave in end.
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Cladach Lace Hat By: Dot from littletheorem Abbreviations:
This drop dead gorgeous lace hat pattern is a kb= knit into back of next stitch joy to knit as well as wear. The Cladach Lace Hat yo = bring yarn forward is a cozy cold weather option full of vintage k2 tog = knit next 2 stitches together charm and rustic sweetness. This dainty knit hat sk2p = slip 1, k2tog, pass slipped stitch over offers a great combination of warmth and style, making it perfect for year-round wear. This hat Instructions: may look complicated, but the lace pattern is simple and easy-to-memorize– ideal for late Twisted Rib Pattern (TRP): night knitting in front of the TV. Rnd 1: *kb1 p1* to end of row. Repeat Rnd 1 for pattern.
Cladach Lace Pattern (CLP): Rnd 1: *p2 yo k3 sk2p k3 yo* to end. Rnd 2: knit Rnd 3: *p2 k1 yo k2 sk2p k2 yo k1* to end. Rnd 4: knit Rnd 5: *p2 k2 yo k1 sk2p k1 yo k2* to end. Rnd 6: knit Rnd 7: *p2 k3 yo sk2p yo k3* to end. Rnd 8: knit
CO 72 stitches over three dpns (27 stitches on first needle, 27 on second, 18 on third) or on circular needle for magic loop method.
Join stitches in the round, ensuring that they're Materials: not twisted. If using circular needle, place Rowan Lima, 1 skein = 109yds/100m marker for beginning of row. Set of four 5mm/US 8 double pointed needles (dpns) OR one 5mm/US 8 Work in TRP for 10 rounds, then work set up circular needle for magic loop. round as follows:
Size: Medium (approx. 22” around) Set up round: *p2 yo k7 yo* until end of round. You should now have 88 stitches. Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4” in stocking stitch using 5mm needles; ball-band gauge: 20 Work in CLP, starting on Round 2. Work to end sts = 4” in stocking stitch with 5.5mm needles of instructions, then work chart/written instructions three more times in full.
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Work in stocking stitch (i.e. knit every round) for four rounds, then decrease as follows:
Decrease
Rnd 1: *k9 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 2: knit. Rnd 3: *k8 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 4: knit. Rnd 5: *k7 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 6: knit. Rnd 7: *k6 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 8: knit. Rnd 9: *k5 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 10: *k4 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 11: *k3 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 12: *k2 k2tog* to end of round. Rnd 13: *k1 k2tog* to end of round. There are a ton of tricks that you can learn to Rnd 14: *k2tog* to end of round. make knitting easier. Whether you’re just learning how to knit or you’ve been stitching for You should have 8 stitches left. Cut the yarn, years, there’s a tutorial in this collection for leaving a 6” tail. you. Some of the topics include:
Thread the long tail onto a needle, and slip the Beginner Knitting: How to Cast on Beginners 8 remaining stitches onto the thread. Knitting Techniques: How to Wash a Scarf Pull tight and sew over the hole at the top a few times. Weave in ends. Mattress Stitch Seaming
How to Splice Yarn
Picking up Dropped Stitches
How to Knit Backwards
How to Gauge Knitting
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Pirouette Hat By: Dot from littletheorem Instructions:
Put a spin on the traditional knit hat pattern Note: “To end of row" means to work 3 dpns with the Pirouette Hat. This beautiful salmon- rather than 81 stitches. colored hat is knit in a unique lace pattern that has five stitch repeats and one extra stitch in CO 80 stitches, 30 on first needle, 25 on second, the round. This extra stitch gives the Pirouette 25 on third. Work in k2 p2 rib for 8 rounds. Hat a twirl effect, much like the arms of a tiny ballerina. This pretty pink hat is the perfect k1fb, k2, k2tog, yo *k3, k2tog, yo* until hat finishing touch to a cold weather ensemble, measures 7''. You should end up working a adding just enough color and a hint of texture. k2tog at the end of each dpn (and working the next yo at the start of the following dpn).
For the last five stitches on last dpn before decrease, only work k3 k2tog.
Decrease
Row 1: *k3 k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row (i.e. repeat the part in **'s 8 times) Row 2: *yo k2 k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row Row 3: *k2 k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row Row 4: *yo k1 k2 tog yo k3 k2 tog* to end of row Row 5: *k1 k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row Row 6: *yo k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row Row 7: *k2tog yo k3 k2tog* to end of row Row 8: *k4 k2tog yo* to end of row Row 9: k3 k2 tog *k4 k2tog* to end of row Row 10: *k3 k2tog yo* to end of row Row 11: k2 k2tog *k3 k2tog* to end of row Materials: Row 12: *k2 k2tog yo* to end of row Less than 1 ball Malabrigo Worsted Row 13: k1 k2tog *k2 k2tog* to end of row Yarn (= less than 192m) Row 14: *k1 k2tog yo* to end of row 4.5mm/US 8 dpns Row 15: k2tog *k1 k2tog* fto end of row Row 16: *k2tog* to end of row Gauge: 18st = 10 cm With 8 stitches remaining, cut yarn, leaving a 6'' Size: 19'' circumference, 9'' high. tail. Thread tail through remaining stitches, pull tight and secure inside the hat. Weave in ends. Abbreviations: k1fb = knit into the front, then the back, of the next stitch
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Handspun Star Hat By: Dot from littletheorem Gauge: 18 stitches = 4” in stocking stitch.
Cozy and cabled, the Handspun Star Hat is a Size: Stretches to fit most heads. classic cold weather option you'll love putting on again and again. This adorable cable knit hat Abbreviations: is a sleek and chic version of the traditional, bulky winter hat. All grown up, the Handspun CO = cast on Star Hat is a cozy yet elegant cable knit hat in a dpn = double pointed needle soft color palette with a few tiny star buttons pm = place marker for a sweet detail. This cute and cozy knit hat slm = slip marker makes a great gift, but it’s so sweet you may ssk = slip two stitches knitwise, then knit them want to keep it for yourself. together with left hand needle K2tog = knit two stitches together C6F = slip 3 stitches onto cable needle and hold to the front of your work, knit the next 3 stitches from left-hand needle, then the three stitches from the cable needle
Instructions:
Cable Pattern Rnd 1: *k6 p2* to end of round Rnd 2: As round 1 Round 3: *C6F p2* to end of round Round 4: As round 1
CO 120 stitches over 3 dpns and join in the round. Work in cable pattern until hat measures 6.5.” To avoid the scalloped look at the edge of the hat, work in k6 p2 rib for 4 rounds before starting the cable pattern. After 6.5,” ending on round 3, work decreases as follows:
Decrease
Set-up Row: k3 pm *k3 (p2 k6) twice p2 k3 pm* to last 21 stitches, k3 (p2 k6) twice p2 Materials: 120m handspun yarn from handpainted Note: It's easier to give instructions if the start fiber (e.g. Malabrigo Yarn – Merino of the round is the first marker, so k3 and start Worsted, Cascade Yarns – Sierra, rounds at the marker from now on. Debbie Bliss Yarns – Cashmerino Aran) 5 mm/US 8 dpns Rnd 1: *slm k2tog k1 (p2 k6) twice, p2 k1 ssk* Buttons to end of round (110 stitches) Embroidery thread Rnd 2: *slm k2 (p2 k6) twice, p2 k2* to end of round
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Rnd 3: *slm k2tog (p2 C6F) twice p2 ssk* to end of round (100 stitches). Rnd 4: *slm k1 (p2 k6) twice p2 k1* to end of round Rnd 5: *slm k2tog p1 k6 p2 k6 p1 ssk* to end of round (90 stitches) Rnd 6: *slm k1 p1 k6 p2 k6 p1 k1* to end of round Rnd 7: *slm k2tog C6F p2 C6F ssk* to end of round (80 stitches) Rnd 8: *slm k7 p2 k7* to end of round Rnd 9: *slm k2tog k5 p2 k5 ssk* to end of round (70 stitches) Rnd 10: *slm k2tog k4 p2 k4 ssk* to end of round (60 stitches) Rnd 11: *slm k2tog k3 p2 k3 ssk* to end of round (50 stitches) Rnd 12 *slm k2tog k2 p2 k2 ssk* to end of round (40 stitches) Rnd 13: *slm k2tog k1 p2 k1 ssk* to end of round (30 stitches) Rnd 14: *slm k2tog p2 ssk* to end of round (20 stitches) Rnd 15: *slm k2tog ssk* to end of round (10 stitches)
Cut the yarn leaving a 10'' tail. Thread this through the remaining stitches and pull tight. Sew over the hole a couple of times and weave in any loose ends.
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Special Thanks
Thank you to everyone included in this eBook:
Jennifer Dickerson from Fiber Flux Judit from MonsterYarns
Lindsay Obermeyer from Serendipity Dot from littletheorem
Clare from The Natty Knitter Elizabeth from The Brown Stitch
Linda from Purl Avenue
Featured in this eBook:
Loveable Little Stem Hat
Pirouette Hat
Cladach Lace Hat
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