Polaris by Anna Elliott

Polaris

Knitting
August 2016
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
18.5 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
383 - 437 yards (350 - 400 m)
S/M: 52cm circumference (to fit 56-58cm) M/L: 55cm circumference (to fit 59-61cm)
English
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A generously fitting beanie hat with traditional Norwegian colourwork.
Skills required: Knitting in the round, stranded colourwork, following a colourwork chart.
You will need:
1 skein Snældan 3ply Fleece White(MC)*
1 skein Snældan 3ply Midnight Blue(CC)
4mm circular needle (60cm) and/or set of 4mm dpns.
Stitch markers, tapestry needle.
Gauge: 18.5 sts and 27 rnds = 10cm in well blocked stocking stitch
Sizing: S/M: 52cm circumference (to fit 56-58cm) M/L: 55cm circumference (to fit 59-61cm)
Undyed skeins of Snaeldan 3ply such as that used as the main colour here come in 100g skeins of 260m. If using one of the dyed shades, you will require 2 skeins (50g/130m) each
Notes on fit: Sample shown is the S/M size worn by model with head
circumference of 57cm.