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This hat uses slipped stitches and yarn overs to create a lofty honeycomb pattern. The stitch pattern is easy to memorize and fun to work - quite addictive, really, and it is also fun to see the honeycomb pattern emerge as you work it.

The seed stitch ribbing is a step up from the usual k2/p2 rib, but is still easy to do, made up of only knit and purl stitches. It provides a very comfortable fit and a nice texture.

The honeycomb pattern is soft and stretchy, and the pattern includes three sizes, so you can make this hat for kids and adults alike.

Sizes: child, adult small, and adult large.

Difficulty: Advanced beginner
The slip-stitch pattern is really easy to do, but not as easy to “read” for mistakes as a simpler knit-purl texture. This hat is worked in the round.

Yarn selection: Pattern calls for 150-225 yards DK weight yarn (stockinette gauge 22 sts to 4”/ 10 cm). This hat looks great with handpainted, variegated, and speckled yarns, but the stitch pattern gives interest to solid colors, too, because of the 3-D texture.

Pattern support: Designer email is included in the pattern in case you have questions.

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