Appledore embodies everything we love about fall! Knit in Merino 401, this cozy hat features allover cables and a cleverly crafted crown. Whip one up for yourself as soon as the first crisp morning hits, or make a few to have on hand for thoughtful handmade gifts. Appledore is knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up with crown shaping integrated into the pattern. Cable patterns are both charted and written out. Craft: Knitting Skill Level: Intermediate Designer: Alison Green Sizes: (1, 2) To Fit: (Adult S-M, Adult L-XL) Finished Measurements: Approximately (18¼, 20¼)” / (46.5, 51.5) cm around x 9¾” / 25 cm high Yarn: BERROCO MERINO 401 (50 g): (2, 3) balls #11293 Fern Needles and Notation: 16” / 40 cm circular needles, sizes 5 / 3.75 mm and 7 / 4.5 mm or size to obtain gauge1 set double–pointed needles, or preferred needles for working small circumferences, size 7 / 4.5 mmCable needleStitch markerTapestry needleWaste yarn to hold stitches Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rounds = 4” / 10 cm in Pattern StitchGauge is measured after blocking. To save time and ensure accurate measurements, take time to check gauge.