This pattern is deceptively simple!

With careful attention to the cast-on and cast-off techniques (to ensure they match) and with clever use of garter stitch seaming techniques, this Hat can be made in any gauge, in any yarn. And it’s absolutely perfect for beginners.

Support
Do you need help with this pattern? We have a specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group where you can ask any questions. Or you can leave a comment on the blog!

Yarn
100g/361yd/330m
Handdyed sport weight yarn

Needles & Notions
Pair 3mm/UK11/US2½ straight needles or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Sample details
Shown in Chiaroscuro Dye Lab Merino Seta 75/25 (361yd/330m per 100g; 75% Merino, 25% Silk)
Shown in size 23in/58.5cm on model with 21.5in/54.5cm circumference head

Gauge
24 sts x 48 rows to 4in/10cm on 3mm needles over Garter St.

Sizes
To fit sizes: 16 (18, 21, 23) in/ 40.75 (45.75, 53.25, 58.5) cm
Finished size: 14 (16, 18, 20) in/ 35.5 (40.75, 45.75, 50.75) cm

Skills required
Garter stitch, Mattress Stitch for Garter Stitch, Crochet provisional cast-on

Accessibility Statement
The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background and does not rely on colour.