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Top Twist Beanie
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TOP-TWIST BEANIE
A cozy, slouchy beanie with a twist, this hat is unusual not only in looks but in construction. The unique and versatile design offers the option to stuff your hair inside the hat in inclement weather, or to release it out of the hidden vents.
A quick, simple, and satisfyingly quirky project, the Top-Twist Beanie is especially useful for those who have voluminous hair, or who love to style their hair up in various up-dos.
There are now two versions of this pattern included with your purchase:
The in-the-round version is worked from the brim up, with the crown twisted and joined together seamlessly.
The flat version is worked like a scarf, then contorted and seamed up along the sides.
So whether you prefer flat or circular knitting, the Top Twist Beanie has you covered. The result will look and function the same, regardless.
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MATERIALS & INFORMATION
SIZING
Size 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) suitable for
Baby (Toddler, Child, Adult S, Adult M, Adult L)
to fit head circumference of approximately
40-44cm (44-48cm, 48-52cm, 52-56cm, 56-60cm, 60-64cm)
GAUGE
18 sts x 24 rounds = 10cm/ 4” x 10cm/ 4” in pattern
YARN
suitable for Aran-Weight Yarns or equivalent,
approximately 120-180m/ 100g
QUANTITIES
project requires 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2) 100g skeins to complete
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note that size 4 is ‘borderline’; 1 skein may suffice with some yarns
^ note also if using unspun wool such as Nutiden, than one 100g plate will be sufficient for all sizes
NEEDLES
4mm in diameter, or as needed to meet gauge
NOTIONS
measuring tape, removable stitch markers, tapestry needle
TECHNIQUES
2x2 rib
for in-the-round version: grafting or 3-needle bind-off
for flat version: basic hand-stitching
CONSTRUCTION
this hat can e worked flat or in the round, two separate pattern files are included to suit your preference
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SAMPLES INFO.
mint green sample
size 4
in-the-round version
made with Apple Oak Fibre Works Doolin
(1 strand Fern held together with 1 strand Storm)
grey sample:
size 5
flat version
made with Apple Oak Fibre Works Quito
mauve sample:
size 4
flat version
made with Honer och Eir Nutiden, held double
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NOTES ON SIZES & LENGTH
. Please notice that the size range includes baby & child sizes! (Do not mistakenly assume that Size 3 must be ‘Medium’ because it’s in the middle; the adult Medium is Size 4.)
. As stated in the pattern, you can use heavier yarns with this design, or a slightly lighter DK, by altruist st counts slightly. However, I do not recommend going lighter than a light-DK. The twist needs some structure and volume.
. As described in the pattern instructions, length can be adjusted (increased) for a more dramatic slouch. However, I do not recommend shortening the hat; the twist design will not work as a fitted beanie.
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