Ballyragget by Carol Feller

Ballyragget

Knitting
DK (11 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in st st on larger needle
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
219 yards (200 m)
Circumference: 20 (22.25)"/51 (56.5) cm
English

Hats make perfect gifts because they are fast to knit and very usable. The subtle twisted stitch pattern worked on this hat is enjoyable to knit and creates a hat that is wearable and cozy. The stitch pattern is simple and attractive, and creates a truly unisex pattern. The warmth of the Cushendale wool will keep you snug all through the winter and the wide variety of colors to choose from makes it easy to find the perfect color.

Size
To fit actual head circumference up to: 22 (24)“/56 (61) cm
2–2.5” (5–6.5cm) of negative ease is recommended to ensure a snug fit.
Finished Measurements
Circumference: 20 (22.25)”/51 (56.5) cm
Shown in 20” (51cm) size modeled with 2” (5cm) of negative ease.
Materials
Cushendale “DK Wool” (100% wool; 219 yd./200m per 112g skein); color: Light Orange; 1 (1) skein
NOTE: This yarn is sold in the U.S. as Black Water Abbey “2-ply Worsted.”
US 7 (4.5mm) circular needle, 16” (40cm) length, or size needed to obtain gauge
US 6 (4mm) circular needle, 16” (40cm) length
US 7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Stitch markers
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle

Gauge
20 sts x 26 rows = 4” (10cm) in St st on larger needle
23 sts x 26 rows = 4” (10cm) in Lattice Chart patt on larger needle