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This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knit by a pool of at least ten testers.

snuggery (n.) - a snug place or position; a comfortable or cozy room.

In 2021, I’m focusing my pattern designs on things that make me happy or that I wish for my fellow knitters. I hope this cozy, warm hat becomes a portable snuggery for you, a place where you can feel a little bit more safe and snug no matter where you are. Knit in a plush worsted-weight wool with squishy slip stitch panels to add layers of warmth and columns of dancing eyelets to prevent you from overheating, this hat is the perfect accessory for keeping you comfortable through the remainder of the cold wintry months.

SIZES
S, M, L, XL.

Finished hat dimensions: 15.5 (18.25, 21, 23.5) in / 39.5 (46.5, 53, 60) cm (Note: most people like their hats snug, so if that’s what you’re looking for, choose a finished hat size that is somewhat smaller than your actual head.)

MATERIALS
Worsted weight yarn, 180 (210, 240, 270) yds/ 165 (193, 220, 247) m

Sample shown knit in Hypothesis Yarn Worsted, colorway Royal, 100% Superwash Merino, 210 yds/115g skein (192m/ 3.53oz)

GAUGE
4” (10 cm) square = 23 stitches x 31 rows in stockinette

NEEDLES
One set of needles for your preferred style of small-circumference knitting in a size to match gauge listed above, plus one set of needles two sizes smaller (for the brim).

Suggested needle sizes: US 8 (5.0 mm), US 6 (4.0 mm)

TOOLS
One stitch marker for beginning of round; optional additional markers between pattern repeats
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

SKILL LEVEL
Adventurous beginner to intermediate
Techniques: increases, decreases, knitting in the round, twisted stitches