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Meet Betty – not just a hat pattern, but a knitting adventure that weaves joy and warmth into every stitch. Crafted with a luxurious, bulky weight 8-ply yarn, Betty promises not just cosiness but the thrill of a speedy knitting journey.

From the first stitch, Betty embraced me in soft, chunky yarn – a warm hug with each loop. Enchanted, I dived into a world of comfort and creativity, progressing effortlessly. To my amazement, I completed two Betty hats in a single day, thanks to the knitting gods smiling upon me!

What captivated me most was the instant gratification – each round a magical growth. Betty, a newfound obsession, became my regret-free delight. Knitting these hats, I envisioned perfect last-minute gifts – a lovingly crafted, irresistibly cosy gesture. Only those not truly knit-worthy might not appreciate such warmth and care.

With Betty, I shared joy and warmth, gifting my creations to loved ones. Their smiles and gratitude were priceless. Join me in the delightful world of Betty – where every stitch tells a story of comfort, creativity, and cherished connections.

Worked from the bottom up, this versatile hat pattern allows you to craft a perfectly fitting hat seamlessly in the round. The construction involves starting with the brim, progressing to the body, and culminating with shaping the crown. As you approach the final stages of the crown, you’ll need to switch from using 16” / 40 cm circular needles to either the magic loop method or double-pointed needles, depending on your preference for tackling smaller circumferences.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate

SIZE INFORMATION
Adult
22” / 56 cm

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
20” / 51 cm circumference — This hat is worn with negative ease and should be 1-3” / 2.5-7.5 cm smaller than your head circumference. 8.5” / 21.5 cm in length.

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, cable needle, stitch marker (1), pompom (optional)

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Brim: US9 (5.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or two sizes smaller than needles used for gauge
Body: US11 (5.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or the size required to get gauge
Crown: Same needle size as the body using preferred needles for a small circumference (magic loop or double-pointed needles)

YARN REQUIREMENTS
130 yds / 119 m bulky weight yarn

SUGGESTED YARN
Knit Picks – Wool of the Andes Bulky
100% Wool
137 yds (125 m)/ 3.5 oz (100 g)
Colour: Silver
https://www.knitpicks.com/

GAUGE
19 stitches by 19.5 rounds in pattern motif on larger needles = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. Gauge is crucial in obtaining the correct fit. Changes in gauge will result in a size difference for both your finished hat and the yardage requirements for your project.

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This pattern has been professionally tech-edited.