Pattern Description from Interweave Online Store: “Reminiscent of cherry orchards ripe with fruit, Cherries ‘n Cream is a three-piece set that includes romper, jacket, and hat, all worked in easy-care cotton-blend.”

The hat has a rolled brim, stranded colorwork, and crocheted cherry dangles. It is worked in the round from the brim to the top.

Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece (80% Pima cotton, 20% merino wool; 215 yd 197 m/100 g): 1 skein each of #105 Putty (MC), #201 Barn Red, and #460 Jungle Green, 1 skein.

Gauge:

• 21 sts and 24 rows = 4” (10 cm) in color pattern on larger needles
• 22 sts and 29 rows = 4” (10 cm) in St st .

Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle; stitch holders; size F/5 crochet hook.

Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 1999