Designed for Michigan Fiber Festival 2024.

In 2024 Michigan Fiber Festival is host to BLU - the Blue Faced Leicester Union - celebrating the BFL breed. BFLs are known for their Roman nose, blue faces, and their silky, durable wool. The unique profile of the breed made it perfect for a double-knit hat made with BFL wool. The spiderweb motif harkens to Charlotte’s Web and positive affirmations: That’s some sheep!

Size: Approximately 21”. Adjust size by changing needle size.

Gauge 37 st and 52 rounds = 4” in pattern in the round after blocking.

Yarns: Fingering weight. Sample made with Superwash Bluefaced Leicester (100 g, 438 yd/400 m).

Two colors:
(A) MC / Light: Natural 285 yd (260 m)
(B) CC / Dark: Blue 285 yd (260 m)

Needles and Notions: US 0 / 2.0mm for circular knitting or size to achieve gauge. Locking stitch markers, two small cable needles, tapestry needle.

Skills: Knitting in the round, double knitting, following a chart

Video tutorial provided.

Kits are also available from Heritage Spinning and Weaving.