40th Anniversary 07 Centuria Tam - Hat Knitting Pattern for Women in Valley Yarns Huntington
The Centuria Tam is an exquisite lace tam beautifully knitted from the crown-down, utilizing the luxurious Valley Yarns Huntington yarn held double. This captivating hat pattern is designed by the renowned Franklin Habit, a distinguished knitting designer and a celebrated historian of the fiber arts. The design inspiration behind the Centuria Tam is both rich and fascinating:
“When WEBS approached me to create a pattern for their anniversary celebration, I often turn to knitting history for inspiration. After all, anniversaries are the perfect time for reflection and appreciation of the past.”
In 1874, precisely a century before WEBS opened its doors, the iconic American publication Godey's Lady's Book intrigued its readers with an octagonal counterpane that artfully combined texture and lace in a strikingly beautiful way. While I wasn't inclined to knit a counterpane, I drew inspiration from it to create something equally delightful as the top of a charming little tam. The result is the Centuria Tam—ideal for warding off the autumn chill while also perfect for tossing into the air in a carefree, celebratory manner.
This unique knitting pattern is available for instant download as a PDF.
Finished Measurements: 11" across the top after blocking, fitting head sizes 20"–23" (adult small to medium)
Yarn Requirements: 1 skein of Valley Yarns Huntington (75% Superwash Merino Wool / 25% Nylon, 50g / 218yds) in color #10 Natural
Needles: Two US 4 (3.50 mm) 24” circular needles
Gauge: 5 stitches and 8 rounds = 1" in stockinette stitch, worked in the round with 2 strands of yarn held together
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PDF updated 05/07/2014. Check for any errata here. For those who have purchased the PDF version, the updated version is now available in your pattern library.
