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TRÁDA TAM

Reconstructed from vintage photographs of Donegal fishermen, the Tráda Tam is a compact, sturdy beret with an extra-deep tapering brim. Knitted in chunky tweed at a firm 
gauge, the structured fabric enables the hat to keep its dapper shape no matter how rough the winds get at sea. 



And did you know, that the original purpose of the pom-pom was to serve as a 
 bumper? It was meant to protect sailors and fishermen from hitting their heads on 
 the boom, and on the low ceilings of cabins. As is often the case, elements of design that we now think of as purely decorative, 
tend to have practical origins. In a playful and wearable way, the Tráda Tam 
honours that connection.

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MATERIALS & INFORMATION

SIZE 1 (2, 3, 4, 5)

to fit head circumference of approximately

45-48cm (48-52cm, 52-56cm, 56-60cm, 60-64cm)

GAUGE

15 sts x 20 rounds = 10cm x 10cm



YARN

designed for Studio Donegal Soft Chunky 

suitable for chunky-weight yarns,
approximately 100-120m/ 100g


(note: this yarn weight can also be achieved by holding DK yarn double.)



NEEDLES
circular needles, 5mm in diameter
or as needed to meet gauge 


CONSTRUCTION

worked top down, in the round, 
with stockinette Crown and tapering ribbed Brim.


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ALSO SHOWN IN PHOTOS…

Abstracta Pullover

North Coast Gansey (coming soon)

Kindling Shawl

Kindling Cardigan (coming soon)

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This pattern is part of the Studio Donegal Soft Chunky pattern collection - officially launching 17 March, 2026.