They built stronger and stronger castles, fortified to keep out any threat from civil unrest - the world was changing. One such castle found on the island of Funen, Denmark was Egeskov. This water castle features a thick double wall, round corner towers, and secret staircases… shhhh… don’t tell anyone. Both inside and outside, Egeskov is rich in texture and multiple design aesthetics bridging two eras: Late Gothic and Renaissance.

Difficulty
Intermediate

Yarn
395 yards (321 meters) of Fingering/Sock weight
Boss Kitty, Cat’s Cradle (75% Superwash Merino, 25% Nylon), (1) skein: 460 yards (420.624 meters) and 100 grams (3.5 ounces) per skein
Color: Balrog

Hook
US Size D/3: 3.25 mm

Other Materials & Tools
Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Stitch Markers (optional), Tape Measure

Gauge in Pattern
After completing RND 10, the diameter of your hat’s crown when laid flat should measure 5.5 inches
(14 cm).

Finished Measurements (inches/cm)
19” in circumference at widest point x 8” tall
(48.3 cm x 20.3 cm)