Description

The two-color pattern on this hat is derived from the Pictish markings on the ancient Drosten Stone. The stone dates from the 9th century and was found at St. Vigeans near Arbroath, Scotland. Sized for Baby (Child, Adult Small, Adult Large).

Finished Measurements

16.25 (18.75, 21, 23.25)” [41.5 (47.5, 53.5, 59) cm] circumference
7 (8, 9, 9.5)” [18 (20.5, 23, 24) cm] height

Materials

•DK weight yarn, approx 83 (155, 190, 232) yds [76 (141.5, 173.5, 212) m] MC & 36 (67, 82, 99) yds [33 (61, 75, 90.5) m] CC
•US size 6 (4mm) 16” circular needle (2) or size needed to achieve gauge
•US size 6 (4mm) dpn set of five or second circular needle
•Stitch marker
•Yarn needle

Gauge

24 sts & 28 rnds = 4”/10cm in St st after blocking

Skills Used

Knitting in the round, two-color knitting, decreases

Yarn used: Rowan Calmer, colors #581 Coffee Bean and #500 Tree (CC), size L.

Construction

Knit from the ribbed brim to the crown in the round.