A Chunky Hat // Design by Madeleine Windsor This cozy accessory will keep you (or a friend) warm all year-round. With a brim composed of short rows and a pattern of garter ridges worked along the body, it's an easy style for hat-loving folks! yarn: 1 (2, 2) skeins SweetGeorgia Superwash Soft* in Basil (109 yds / 100 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein; 80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon) needles: Size 10 US / 6 mm circular needle, 16" (40 cm) longSize 9 US / 5.5 mm circular needle, 16" (40 cm) longAdjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. gauge: 14 sts and 22 rows = 4" / 10 cm in St stitch in the round on larger needles, after blockingAdjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. finished measurements: Hat Circumference: 17 _ (19 _, 21 ¾)" / 44 (49.5, 55) cmHat Length: 8 ¾ (9 _ 10 ¾)" / 22 (25, 27.5) cmIntended to be worn with ~2" / 5 cm negative ease and 1 _" / 4 cm of slouch. Pattern includes a 4-page PDF Note: Superwash Soft is now discontinued. Contact us if you would like help with finding a suitable yarn alternative.