This pattern was originally published as Dublin Bay Knitting Company’s contribution to the 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 2 – 5, 2017 in Portland, Oregon.

Each shop’s pattern(s) will be available free with purchase at that shop during the Rose City Yarn Crawl.

All patterns will also be available for download individually or as part of our 2017 Collection: Portland Pastimes 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl Pattern Collection.

Inspired by the wonderland at the edge of our nearby coastal range, the Neahkahnie Slouch is the perfect hat to bring on a quick getaway to the Oregon Coast. A simple construction makes this slouchy beanie as easy to crochet as it is to wear. Beginning at the crown and spiraling down towards the brim, the subtle tree motif offers a little texture to this piece. Whether you hit the trails or craft oceanside, the Neahkahnie Slouch is the coziest homage to our natural history and breathtaking landscape.

Yarn
1 skein solstice luna merino cashmere dk (80% superwash merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 200 yards/115g), shown in colorway Coast Range, a special colorway dyed in honor of the 2017 Rose City Yarn Crawl. Pattern uses a minimum of 200 yards of DK weight yarn.

Finished Measurements
20” brim

Gauge
16 sts & 16 rows = 4” in Hdc (blocked)

Hook
Size I/9 (5.5mm) crochet hook

Notions
1 locking stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner