A slouchy hat worked in a broken rib pattern that grows organically out of the half-twist rib used for the hat band. The crown shaping creates alternating "mountain" and "valley" folds that give the hat its silhouette. This pattern is sold as a PDF download only and may not be returned.YARNCL Merino 5 or CL Alpaca 6300 yds/273 mNote: the pattern offers additional yarn options.NEEDLES0 US/2.0 mm through 6 US/4.0 mmPlease refer to the pattern for complete information regarding needle size, type and length.OTHER NOTIONScrochet hook: C/2.5 mmknitter's pins: 2 dozentapestry needlewaste yarn: 2 ydsFINISHED MEASUREMENTS:17"/43 cm at the base and 18.5"/48 cm through the body.The hat may be blocked up to 22.5"/57 cm at the base and 24/5"/62 cm through the body.FINISHED GAUGEbroken rib stitch: 6 stitches and 8 rows = 1"/2.54 cm.FABRICATION AND CONSTRUCTION NOTESThe hat is knit flat and joined using a signature construction technique.
