Oakshire Hat

This design is inspired by the changing of the seasons in the Pacific Northwest. The braided ribbing detail suggests the winding bare branches, while the bobbles represent the seeds of new beginnings. This hat pattern provides the perfect mix of texture with a pop of color, and is a great companion piece with the Oakshire Cowl.

Suggested Yarn

• 1 skein of Worsted weight yarn + Accent color
• Malabrigo Rios, 100% Superwash Merino Wool (100g 210 yards per skein)
• Malabrigo Worsted, 100% Merino Wool (100g/210 yards per skein)
• Sample: Pearl Ten (navy grey), Sunset (orange)

Approximate Yardage

• 110 (135, 165) yards in MC
• 32 (40, 50) yards in CC

Suggested Needles

• US 5/3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge
• 16 in (40 cm) circulars
• DPNs or magic loop

Gauge

• 20 sts and 28 rows per 4 in (10 cm) in colorwork

Size(s)

• Child, Adult S/M, Adult L/XL

Finished Measurements

• 10in (25cm) height
• 16 (20, 24) in circumference (unstretched)
• 40 (50, 60) cm circumference (unstretched)

This is a great pattern for beginners!

Construction

• This pattern is knit in the round, from the bottom up, with even decreases through the crown

Special Techniques

• Folded brim
• K3tog/YO/K3tog into same stitch
• Make Bobbles
• Chart reading