Cadet Caps by Kathy Whannell

Cadet Caps

Crochet
October 2013
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in sc
3.75 mm (F)
214 yards (196 m)
Finished Size 19 (20, 21, 22, 23)" head circumference.
English German
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Interweave SKU: EP8965

A flat crown separates these caps from the ordinary. Work cap body with popcorns or post stitches for different looks. Stiffen the snappy brim with a repurposed milk carton. (Interweave)

Finished Size: 9 (20, 21, 22, 23)“ head circumference.

Yarn: Plymouth Yarns Coffee Beenz (75% acrylic, 25% wool; 214 yd [196 m]/3.5 oz [100g];): #9598 wedgewood or #9389 grey, 1 skein.

Yarn Weight: #4 - Medium

Needles: F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St markers (m); yarn needle, thread needle and contrasting thread; ¼ yd contrasting fabric; 5” x 8” piece of lightweight craft plastic.

Gauge: 16 sc and 20 rows = 4”

Originally Published: Interweave Crochet Accessories 2014

Crochet Me Article Oct 1, 2013