Whetstone is an ideal beginner two handed stranded colorwork hat worked in the round. The colorwork motif has the knitter progressively work through right and left handed stitches and right and left handed wraps. Sized for women and men and shown in women’s size. (For sizing information visit www.worldknits.com)

Finished Measurements 19 (21)”/48 (53)cm head circumference. Hat shown is modeled with 2”/5cm of negative ease.

Yarn Stonehedge Fiber Mill Shepherd’s Wool Worsted (100% merino wool; 250yd 229m/4oz 113g): Pewter (MC), 1(1) hanks; Misty Blue (CC1), Blue (CC2), Royal Blue (CC3), Garnet (CC4), 10g (13g) each.

Needles US Size 7 (4.5mm): 16”/40cm circular (circ) and set of 4 double pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; optional pompom.

Gauge 20 sts and 27 rows = 4”/10cm in St st