Limerick is a Hat that likes to bend the rules. Instead of the usual multiples for a beret, here we work with the number five. There are 5 lines spiralling around the body of the Hat which is knit on the bias to emphasis the shape and create its unique structure. Full of character, Limerick is sure to charm.

Yarn
133 (159, 188, 219) yd/121 (145, 172, 200) m
44yd/40m for a 6x6in/15x15cm swatch in St.St. DK weight, plied yarn

Needles & Notions
Set 3.5mm/UK--/US4 & 3.75mm/UK9/US5 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Sample details
Shown in KnitPicks Telemark (103yd/94m per 50g; 100% Wool)
Shown in size 21in/53.25cm on model with 20.5in/52cm circumference head

Gauge
22 sts x 34 rows to 4in/10cm on 3.75mm needles over St.St.

Alternative yarn
Rowan Pure Wool DK (142yd/130m per 50g; 100% Wool)

Sizes
To fit size: 19 (21, 23, 25) in/48.25 (53.25, 58.5, 63.5) cm
Finished size: 17.5 (19.25, 21, 22.75) in/44.5 (49, 53.25, 57.75) cm

Skills required
Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases

Pattern contents
Written instructions; illustrated tutorials for Cable Cast-on & Knitting in the Round

Accessibility Statement
The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background and does not rely on colour.

Support
Do you need help with this pattern? We have a specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group where you can ask any questions.

Published February 2010
PDF file size: 3.6MB
Product code: WW103KLimerick
Technical editor: Tana Pageler