Double-crochet clusters are framed by post-stitch trellises on this matching tam and mitts set. The mitts feature a single panel, while the tam has eight panels that meet at the top and seamlessly decrease at the crown. Worked in a wool/cotton blend, this set is perfect for unpredictable weather in transitional months.

Difficulty Easy

Yarn Weight 3

Finished Size Tam: 18¾ (20¾, 22½, 24½)“ brim circumference; Mitts: 6½ (7½, 8½, 9½)” cuff circumference.

Yarn Brown Sheep Company Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% Merino wool; 215 yd 197 m/3½ oz 100 g): #CW450 oriental jade, 3 (3, 3, 4) skeins.

Hook Sizes G/6 (4 mm) and E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions Yarn needle.

Gauge 9 sts = 1¾“ and 7 rnds = 2½” in trellis patt with larger hook; 7 sts and 4 rnds = 1½“ in hdc with larger hook.

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NOTES

• Tam brim is worked first, then body is worked from row-ends to crown.

• Mitt cuffs are worked first, then body is worked from row-ends to hand, leaving space for thumb. Thumb is stitched onto body.

• Both tam and mitts are worked in joined, turned rounds unless otherwise stated.

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