Introducing Trekker Hat - the ultimate DK weight beanie for adventures! Whether you’re exploring mountain trails, strolling through lush woods, or navigating urban streets, Trekker is your perfect companion. This quintessential ribbed beanie combines timeless style with warmth, making it an ideal addition to your wardrobe. Trekker Hat features a cozy folded brim for extra warmth and graphic crown shaping that adds a modern twist to its timeless rib silhouette. Knit with the incredibly luxe Clinton Hill Cashmere Bespoke DK, each stitch transforms Trekker into an heirloom piece that will be treasured for years to come. The cashmere’s softness makes it a joy to knit, while its durability ensures a beanie that looks and feels exceptional wear after wear. Simple and classic, this hat is a must-have for every knitter’s project list.

CONSTRUCTION
Hat is CO and worked in the round from the bottom up. Written and charted directions are provided for the crown shaping.

HELPFUL VIDEO
This pattern contains a link to a helpful video tutorial specifically for this pattern.

SIZES
Child (Adult S/M, Adult L/XL)

To fit a head with circumference of 19-20 (21-22, 23-24)” / 47.5-50 (52.5-55, 57.5-60)cm

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Hat circumference (after blocking): 13.25 (16, 18.75)” / 33 (40, 47)cm

Total hat length (unfolded Brim): 11.5 (13, 13.5)” / 29 (32.5, 34)cm

Hat length with a 2.5 (3, 3)” / 5 (7.5, 7.5)cm folded up brim: 9 (10, 10.5)” / 9 (10, 10.5)cm

YARN REQUIREMENTS
Please note these are yarn estimates. The amount used will depend on yarn, your personal gauge, and any modifications you make.
Clinton Hill Cashmere Bespoke DK (100% Italian cashmere; 125 yards per 50g); 2 skeins for all sizes.

Or

DK weight yarn in the following amount: 139 (190, 231) yards / 126 (173, 210) meters

Sample shown:
Worn in size S/M with 6” / 15cm of negative ease, in color Oatmeal.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Needles listed are suggested.
Ribbing Needle: Size US 4 (3.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needle, and DPNs or longer circular needle (for magic loop method)—or size necessary to obtain gauge.

TOOLS
Stitch markers and tapestry needle

GAUGE
24 stitches and 36 rounds = 4” / 10cm in 2x2 rib, worked in the round with Ribbing Needle, blocked.