1149 Lancashire - Hat Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Taconic

Valley Yarns Lancashire is a stylish and cosy slouch beanie that is sure to keep every hair in place using Taconic. This lovely accessory is knit in the round from the bottom up in k1, p1 rib. The rise is worked in the honeycomb pattern and stocking stitch on the crown. Soft, tweedy Valley Yarns Taconic is a bulky yarn named after the Taconic Range, known for its natural beauty and scenic landscapes. Taconic is a soft blend of Merino wool and cashmere, with multicoloured tweedy flecks that give the finished fabric a fantastic visual texture. The honeycomb stitch pattern is charted and written out.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Sizes: S (M, L) to fit head circumference: 18–20 (20–22, 22–24)”
Finished Measurements: Shown in size M
     Brim Circumference – 18 (20½, 22¾)”
     Height – 8¾ (9, 9¼)”
Yarn Requirements: 2 balls Valley Yarns Taconic (70% Merino Wool/ 30% Cashmere; 50g/125yds) shown in 514564 Navy Tweed
Needles:
     US 5 (3.75mm) 16” circular
     US 7 (4.50mm) 16” circular and DPNs
Gauge:
     18 sts and 26 rnds = 4” in stocking stitch on US 7 (4.50mm, blocked
     20 sts and 28 rnds = 4” in k1, p1 rib on US 5 (3.75mm), unstretched