The Snowquill Hat was inspired by the last enduring leaves that hang on all through winter. In a way last year we were all just hanging on as the wind whipped us around. I wanted to create a crown of winter leaves to wear with pride. Suited for hiking or lounging fireside, the Snowquill is a quick, single skein hat that is perfect for gifting or a spontaneous cast on.

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MATERIALS

• US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needles for brim
• US 8 (5 mm) 16” circular needles for rise
• US 8 (5 mm) 32” circular needles OR DPN’s for crown decreases
• Darning needle
• Cable needle for wrapped stitches
• Snips
• Blocking materials

YARN

Sample shown in Woolberry Fiber Co. ‘Berry Aran’ in the ‘Flannel’ colorway

Estimated yardage in Aran weight yarn:
60 / 80 / 100 / 120 / 180yds

GAUGE

Ribbing: 20 sts x 32 rows = 4” (blocked or stretched)
Rise: 20 sts x 28 rows = 4” (blocked)

SIZES

Sizes 1/2/3/4/5

To fit head circumference:
1: Toddler 16-18”
2: Child 18-20”
3: Tween/Teen 20-22”
4: Small Adult 21-23”
5: Large Adult 22-24”

Sample shown on 22” circumference head wearing size 4.

Please note: Design varies slightly in each size to accommodate a good fit on a full range of sizes. Variation occurs in the spaces between the leaves and is subtle.