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Errata available at bottom of description

This pattern started as an experiment with shaping a hat using short rows. The result was far more interesting than I expected.

Sidewinder Free is a regular length, free version of our Sidewinder+ Slouchy Beanie. This hat is knit flat using short rows to create a unique reversible hat where garter stitch mimics ribbing.

And since it’s done in garter stitch, it can be made in just a few hours. A perfect last minute gift!

SIZES
One size fits most

SKILL LEVEL
Advanced Beginner (2 of 5)

MATERIALS
1 skein worsted weight yarn

Shown in: Pattons Classic Wool
(100% Wool – 3.50 oz / 100 g -210 yd / 192 m)
Colors: Light Grey Marl

1 set size US 8 (5.0mm) knitting needle

1 size US H/8 (5.0mm) crochet hook

Tapestry needle and T-pins for finishing

GAUGE – VERY IMPORTANT!!!
17 stitches & 34.5 rows = 4”x4” (10cm)
in garter stitch

NOTES
This hat is worked flat on the side and then seamed together. Gauge is very important to this hat fitting properly

The crochet hook is used for the provisional cast on.

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Errata:

Row 3 should read: K to the st before the last wrapped stitch, w&t.

Repeat Panels Sections should read: End 6th panel after W&T section. Do not work last two rows of panel.