The Wakefield hatUnisex and timeless in design, the Wakefield is a simple knit with an intriguing traveling rib stitch pattern. Warm and cozy, with a bit of a slouchy style, this hat is knitted in the round. It is a written pattern with abbreviations. Two video links are included. One for the 3 needle bind off and one for the optional pompoms.Options: The pattern can easily adapted to be even more slouchy by adding another repeat (or two) of the stitch pattern.You may add pompoms for a fun touch (how to video link included). Two finishing options available, and you can choose from sizes S/M/L. The small size would be great for a teenager.This project is suitable for the beginner knitter.Yarn: Softness, a worsted weight yarn in a soft blend of merino and an antibacterial Dralon by www.yarnz2GO.com, one skein in the color Steel, or 150 yards of a soft worsted weight yarn for sizes S and M regular length. NOTE: The L size or adding more ridges to make a more slouchy hat will require more yardage.Alternatively you can use a kid seta yarn and a sport weight smooth yarn held together.Notions: US size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle 16” (40.5 mm) in length, or double pointed needles if you prefer. Darning needle.Gauge: 20 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches, knitted in Stockinette stitch.Abbreviations: CO = cast on K = knit M = marker Rep = repeat P = purl Pl m = place marker WS = wrong side/ purl side RS = right side/ knit side k2tog = knit 2 stitches together Click Here for the immediate download Enjoy~
