The broken rib stitch creates a classic, ribbed look, and the fold-up brim can be worn two ways for added slouch or a more fitted look. This is a printed pattern. Beautifully printed and folded into A DLE envelope brochure size, this will be posted to you. Designed to be worn with up to 5cm of negative ease, this relaxed-fit beanie is slightly slouchy, with a length 2.5cm longer than your natural head height. However, you can easily adjust the length for a more fitted crown if you prefer. This is your hat, after all! Order your Broken Rib Hat pattern today and start knitting your perfect beanie. Fit & Yarn Details I recommend 100% wool or a wool blend for stitch definition and warmth. Actual Head Circumference: cm = 51 (56, 61) / inches = 20 (22, 24) Gauge (in a 10x10 cm / 4x4" square in stockinette stitch), needles and meterage / yardage: 4ply / Fingering: 26 sts x 32 rows, 3.25mm / US 3 needles, 230 (275, 320) metres / 252 (300, 350) yards. 5ply / Sport: 24 sts x 30 rows, 3.5mm / US 4 needles, 200 (240, 280) metres / 219 (263, 306) yards. 8ply / DK: 22 sts x 28 rows, 4.0mm / US 6 needles, 170 (200, 240) metres / 186 (219, 262) yards. 10ply / Worsted: 20 sts x 26 rows and 4.5mm / US 7 needles, 155 (180, 215) metres / 170 (198, 236) yards. Proper yarns we recommend: Prosper DK Our colours that would best match the beanies in the photos are Ent, Champagne and Eos