Jenkins Arcade Hat was the very first thing I ever designed. I conceptualized it years ago but never found the perfect yarn to really highlight the twisted stitch texture. Over the years I’ve knit countless samples while on my quest. Enter Elmer Tweed. It’s rustic, yet incredibly soft, and has all these textured tweed bits which make it an ideal yarn for texture work. Jenkins Arcade Hat is knit bottom up and features a twisted ribbing along with twisted stitches. This is my “wear with everything” hat. Your biggest decision will be whether or not you add a faux fur pom pom!

SAMPLE SHOWN
Sample shown in color Farmhouse in size 18.5”.
Matching Jenkins Arcade Cuffs shown in color Farmhouse.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
18.5(20)“/46(50)cm circumference X 10”/25cm tall.

YARN REQUIREMENTS
Please note these are yarn estimates. The amount used will depend on yarn, your personal gauge, and any modifications you make.

Dimond Laine Elmer Tweed Worsted (70% Merino,
30% Cashmere; 135 yards per 50g skein) 1 (2) skein(s).

OR

Approximately 135 (160) yards / 132 (145)m of worsted weight yarn.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Needles listed are suggested. Always take time to swatch.

Gauge Needle: Size US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needle and
DPNs—or size necessary to obtain gauge

Ribbing Needle: Size US 5 (3.75 mm) 16”/40 cm or two sizes
smaller than Gauge Needle

TOOLS
Stitch marker, tapestry needle, optional faux fur pom

GAUGE
18 stitches and 24 rounds to 4 in/10 cm in twisted-stitch stockinette using Gauge Needle.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited.