Chequey Hat by Jessie McKitrick

Chequey Hat

Knitting
May 2021
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Stranded colourwork
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
343 - 437 yards (314 - 400 m)
Adult S (M, L, XL).
English
This pattern is available for C$8.00 CAD
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If you’re mad for plaid but want a straightforward and not-too-fussy knit, Chequey has you covered both figuratively and literally, with a hat that will keep you warm and cozy!

With the motif set out as diamonds rather than squares, longer strands are kept to a minimum, and the tension is more easily kept even. Chequey uses just two colours to keep this classic graphic colourwork simple yet striking with broad appeal.

Finished Measurements
Finished Circumference of Hat: 44 (49, 54.5, 59.5) cm 17.25 (19.25, 21.5, 23.5)“
Finished Height of Hat: 21.5 (23, 23.5, 25.5) cm 8.5 (9, 9.25, 10)“


Materials
Yarn: Ancient Arts Fibre Crafts Lascaux DK
25% Manx Loaghtan Wool/75% Punta Arenas Wool, 100g/3.5oz, 250m/273yd


Yardage: 1 skein MC, 1 skein CC, shown in Lakewood and Brass Tacks


Needles: One set size 3.25 mm / US 3 needles; one set size 3.5 mm / US 4 needles; or size needed to achieve gauge. Circular needles or DPNs can be used according to preference; DPNs are recommended for crown decreases as many knitters will find that easier to work for small circumferences.


Notions: 8 stitch markers