Textured icicles and cables blossom symmetrically in this engaging hat worked from the top down in DK weight yarn. Written instructions are used. Skill level: intermediate to advanced.

SIZE: One size: 19” brim, 20” body, 9” length

NEEDLES/NOTIONS:
--1 16- or 20-inch US #7/4.5mm circular needle, or size to obtain gauge
--1 set of US #7/4.5mm double pointed needles
--1 16- or 20-inch US #5/3.75mm circular needle, or 1 or 2 sizes down from larger needles
--removable stitch marker (“A”); additional 4 other markers (“B”)
--cable needle
--tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Erratum: The last 2 rounds of Ribbing are reversed in the original version. After the decrease round, the first Ribbing round should be p2, k2 around. This is corrected in v2.