Pixie is a whimsical bonnet-style hat that pays homage to the mischievous sprites that live in local folklore legends. The hat is knit by holding a DK weight yarn double with a laceweight mohair yarn to create a soft and warm fabric with a beautiful halo. It is finished with i-cord ties and edging along the neckline to ensure that the hat stays in place.

MATERIALS
Approximately 117 (130, 143, 157) yds / 107 (119, 131, 144) m of DK-weight yarn and lace-weight yarn, to be held double OR 117 (130, 143, 157) yds / 107 (119, 131, 144) m of worsted-weight yarn. Sample shown in Julie Asselin Leizu DK, 260 yds / 238 m per 115 g skein in col. “Avril” and Lichen and Lace Marsh Mohair, 458 yds/420 m per 50 g skein in col. “Sage.”

4.0 mm (US 6) needles for knitting flat
4.0 mm (US 6) DPNs
4.5 mm (US 7) needles for knitting flat
Or size required to obtain gauge

Tapestry needle

GAUGE
21 sts and 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm
In stockinette stitch with 4.5 mm (US 7) needles

SIZES
0–6 mo (6–12 mo, Toddler, Child)
To fit head circumference: 15 (17, 19, 21)” / 38 (43, 48, 53) cm

SKILL LEVEL
Experienced beginner
Skills required: knitting flat, seaming, decreasing, i-cord, i-cord bind off, picking up stitches