(This is just for the pattern!)
Chonky colorwork rams look amazing in naturally dyed tones using Indigo and Cochineal. Available in kid and adult sizes
Sizes
The brim is slightly smaller than the hat’s body circumference so it fits smoothly on your head. If you prefer a slouchier, less fitted hat, choose a size larger than your actual head circumference.
Size: 1 (2); Recommended for Kid/Teen, (Adult)
Approximate Finished Hat Circumference: 16 ½ (19 ½)” / 42 (49.5) cm
Finished Length: 11 ½ (12 ¼)” / 29.5 (31) cm
Shown in Size 2
Materials
A 10% buffer has been added to all yarn amounts
145 (175) yards / 133 (160) meters dk weight yarn COLOR A
16 (20) yards / 15 (18.5) meters dk weight yarn COLOR B
32 (40) yards / 29 (37) meters dk weight yarn in COLOR C
We used Cape May Fiber Co DK Merino (100% Superwash Merino, 231 yards, 3.5 oz /100 Gram).
In Colors…
COLOR A Naturally dyed indigo and weld
(A mini skein is recommended for COLOR B and COLOR C. Each of the DK mini skeins are 49 yards / 20 grams)
COLOR B Naturally Dyed Cochineal Pink
COLOR C Natural White / Cream
Needles
- US Size 5 (3.75 mm) and 7 (4.5mm): 16” (40 cm) or 24” (60 cm) circular needle
- US Size 7 (4.5 mm) set of double pointed needles (DPNs)
Notions
- 9 stitch markers (8 in one color 1 in a different color to mark BOR)
- optional Pom Pom (our Pom is 6” /15.5 cm in diameter)
Gauge
22 sts, 25 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in Fairisle Chart in the round on larger needle after blocking.
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
