Contains:
- Illustrated knitting pattern
- Measurements in inches and centimetres
- Sizes: To fit approx Baby (Child, Adult S, M, L)
- Finished circumference: 14 (16, 17½, 20, 22½)" / 35.5 (40.5, 44.5, 51, 57) cm.
Materials you need at home:
- DK weight yarn; 95 (125, 155, 195, 245) yd / 90 (115, 140, 180, 225) m for slouchy version; yardage does not include extra yarn for an optional yarn pompom
- Shown in Knit Picks Swish DK (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 123 yards/50g); Delft Heather
- 3.75 mm / US 5 DPNs and 16" / 40 cm Circular Needles
- 3.5 mm / US 4 16" / 40 cm Circular Needles
- Stitch Markers
- Yarn Needle
- Faux Fur Pom-Pom (optional)
Two simple textures combine in a cozy, insulating hat. Working Garter Stitch ridges into a Fisherman’s Rib body creates strong visual interest with no fuss. Clean lines, warm, washable yarn, and a good range of sizes make this a unisex winner; keep it ruggedly plain or add a fluffy pom-pom to soften the look.
Fisherman’s Rib is the often-overlooked cousin to Brioche—it’s simpler to work but creates the same dense, squishy structure. The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up. Yardage estimates are for the slouchy version and include enough yarn for a pom-pom.
Meant to be worn with approx 10%–15% negative ease—choose a finished size 2–3" / 10-12.5 cm smaller than head; sample is M size.
Substitution Notes: Choose a soft DK weight yarn that feels good against the skin; this is a superwash which is a great idea so it can be laundered easily. The original yarn works up at 5.5 sts per inch / 2.5 cm on 3.75 mm / US 5 needles in stocking stitch.
Techniques: Knitting in the round, tuck stitch / fisherman's rib (knit into row below), and decreases.
