SUMMARY: Gem is a loose fitting, rolled-brim hat knit in 2 pieces – a body or main section and a crown section. The pattern in the body is Stockinette stitch with purl ridges marking decrease rows, finishing in Stockinette stitch for the brim, while the crown is plain Stockinette stitch. The pieces are sewn together in the finishing stages to form a ridge on the right side. A reinforcing Petersham ribbon is sewn into the hat for stability at the forehead.

SIZES: Average size adult.

YARN REQUIREMENTS: Medium-weight yarn, 306 yds / 2 skeins.

SHOWN IN: Rowan Chunky Cotton Chenille, #379 Chocolate.

NOTIONS: Petersham ribbon 1½” / 4cm wide, length to fit comfortably around head plus 2cm for joining.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES: decreasing in knitting and back stitch seaming.