This design is part of the SNOW FERN COLLECTION. Purchase the entire collection (9 patterns) in one bundle for only $30.

Pattern Notes
Worked in the round with cables that slowly taper outwards and inwards, creating fern-like shapes. A longtail tubular cast-on is utilized, allowing this hat to fit a wider range of head sizes. Written in 2 adult sizes. S/M & L/XL. See the finished measurements below. All repeats appear in bold text throughout the pattern. The pattern is charted and also includes separate written instructions.

Yarn
Approx. 175, (200) yards/160, (180) m of DK weight yarn, (Pictured in Knit Picks Andean Treasure DK in “Horchata Heather”)
Note: Yardage needed does NOT include a gauge swatch.

Needles
Brim: US 2/2.75 mm 16”/41 cm Circular Needle or DPN’s, or go 1 size down from the needle size you make gauge with
Hat: US 3/3.25 mm 16”/41 cm Circular Needle & DPN’s for decreasing

Notions
1 stitch marker for BOR
6, (7) Additional stitch markers for marking pattern repeats, if desired
Cable Needle, if desired
Tapestry Needle
Blocking materials

Gauge
Cable pattern (blocked):
Worked in the round on larger needle.
32 sts & 30 rnds = 4”/10 cm

Finished Measurements (steam blocked and lying flat)
Circumference: 15.75, (18)”/40, (46) cm
Depth: 9”/23 cm

Techniques Used

• Longtail Tubular Cast-on (explained in pattern/video link in pattern)
• K2tog & SSK decreases (explained in pattern)
• Basic cables (explained in pattern)
• Working in the round on a 16”/41 cm circular needle & working on Dpn’s, for decreasing hat
• Steam Blocking
• Reading from a chart or from written instructions

PATTERN DIFFICULTY
Intermediate