THE LEONARD HAT
I like to think Leonard would appreciate the hipster aesthetic of this super-soft take on a classic ribbed hat. Easy to knit and easy to wear…especially with hoodies and Converse runners, wink wink…The Leonard Hat features a deep ribbed brim and relaxed fit at the crown. Knit in two colours, with simple crown decreases, this hat is perfect for beginners and experts alike. A delightfully soft and squishy unisex hat that goes with pretty much everything—genius!

Leonard is 1 of 9 Hats from The Big Bang Collection, inspired by the iconic TV sit-com.

YARN
Approximately 200 yds (180 m) of a light & lofty aran weight yarn (half in C1 & half in C2). “Blown” or “chainette” style yarns work particularly well to keep The Leonard Hat soft, light, and drapey, as intended.
Shown in Garnstudio DROPS Air.

NEEDLES
Size US 7 (4.5 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needle (body).
Size US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles x 4 (crown).

GAUGE
23 stitches & 28 rounds = 4” (10 cm) in 1 x 1 Ribbing, after blocking.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
16.5” (42 cm) circumference x 13” (33 cm) length with brim unrolled, after blocking.
16.5” (42 cm) circumference x 9.5” (24 cm) length with 3.5” (9 cm) brim rolled up, after blocking.
To fit approx. 22-23” (56-58 cm) head circumference.

SKILL LEVEL
Beginner friendly.

FIND YOUR PERFECT FIT
The stitch & round multiples on which The Leonard Hat is based are now included in the pattern. For less experienced knitters who want to make a different size, the math is now provided. More experienced knitters can use this same information to make decisions about yarn substitution, gauge etc. I hope this helps empower you to understand your knitting better and to find your perfect fit!