Errata: Under the heading “Establish Cable Pattern” Rnd 2 should read:
NR/RS: K17 (19), p2, C6B, C6B, k3, p2, k17 (19), k3 (5), p2, C6B, C6B, k3, p2, k3 (5).

THE SHELDON HAT
I like to think Sheldon would approve of this hat, but…hey, it’s Sheldon. I did my best. But there were so many elements (elements!) to consider. First, The Sheldon Hat had to be practical—earflaps were non-negotiable…like all things Sheldon. It also had to be kitten soft—or should I say “soft kitty” soft? Finally, it had to be economical (just one ball) because Mema didn’t raise no fashion victim! So if you ever feel the need to take off for Bozeman, Montana….

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

YARN
Approximately 120 yds (110 m) of a light and lofty bulky weight yarn. Size Medium requires 40g for the hat + 5g for the braided ties. Size XL requires 50g for the hat + 5g for the the braided ties.
Blue version shown in Katia Concept Ultralight Merino.

NEEDLES
Size US 10.5 (6.5 mm) 16”/40 cm circular needle (body).
Size US 10.5 (6.5 mm) double-pointed needles x 4 (crown).

GAUGE
15 stitches & 20 rounds = 4” (10 cm) in Stockinette Stitch, after blocking.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Medium: 18” / 46 cm circumference x 7” (8”) / 18 (20 cm) length measured from top of crown to bottom front (bottom back).
To fit approx. 22” (56 cm) head circumference.
XL: 20” / 51 cm circumference x 7” (8”) / 18 (20 cm) length measured from top of crown to bottom front (bottom back).
To fit approx. 23-24” (58-61 cm) head circumference.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate.