The Carved Willows Hat is knitted from the brim up. The pattern uses an easily memorized faux cabling technique to create an engaging textured design that’ll block the wind and cold during outdoor adventures. The sizing is generous and intended for a slouchy fit. If you prefer a snug fit, size down.

Yarn
Worsted weight yarn, approximately 135 (150, 175) yards / 118 (137, 160) meters.

Samples knit in Yoth Yarns, Father 100% Domestic Rambouillet Wool: Saffron 220 yds (100 grams) and Magpie Yarns, Nest Worsted 100% non-superwashed Corriedale wool: Linger and Twilight Linger 210 yards (110 grams.

Gauge
23 stitches and 26 rounds= 4” in the Carved Willows St Pattern knitted in the round.

Suggested Needles*

• US Size 6 / 4 mm circular needle, for the brim ribbing.
• US Size 7 / 4.5 mm 16” / 40 cm for the hat body.
• 4 Double pointed needles of the same sizes suitable for small circumference knitting. Always choose the needle size that you need in order to obtain the pattern’s gauge.

Notions

• 1 Stitch marker to mark BOR
• Highlighter Pen (optional - for highlighting your size’s instructions)
• Highlighter Tape (optional - to keep your place in the pattern)
• Measuring Tape
• Tapestry Needle
• Wool Wash and Blocking Mat

Techniques Used

• Long Tail Cast On Method
• Knitting in the Round on a Circular Needle
• K2TOG Decreasing
• Small Circumference Knitting in the Round
• Faux Cabling/Twisted Stitches