Caprea Hat

Introducing the Caprea hat, a beautifully stretchy and stylish accessory designed for knitters looking to explore ribbing techniques. This cozy hat features intricate willow buds artfully interspersed throughout its design, creating a charming texture that's as delightful to wear as it is to knit. Suitable for knitters of all skill levels, the Caprea hat utilizes simple techniques, including increases and decreases, to form each unique bud, making it a perfect project for those wanting to enhance their knitting repertoire.

SKILLS REQUIRED

As you embark on creating the Caprea hat, you'll engage in several fundamental knitting skills, including:

• Working in the round
• Twisted stitches
• Increases
• Decreases

YARN REQUIREMENTS

This lovely hat is crafted using sport weight 100% wool yarn, providing both warmth and flexibility. You’ll need approximately 200 yards (183m) for the Small/Medium size and about 260 yards (238m) for the Medium/Large size, making it a great stash-busting project!

NEEDLE SIZE

To create the Caprea hat, you’ll need the following needle sizes:

• Size US3 (3.25mm) 16” (40cm) circular needle
• Size US5 (3.75mm) 16” (40cm) circular needle
• Size US5 (3.75mm) double-pointed needles for crown shaping

Feel free to use needle sizes that suit your personal gauge preferences.

GAUGE

Achieve the perfect fit by maintaining a gauge of 26 stitches and 32 rows in Ktbl, P2 ribbing on size US3 (3.25mm) needles across a 4” (10cm) measurement, worked in the round. This ensures your Caprea hat turns out just the right size and shape.

OTHER MATERIALS

To complete your Caprea hat, you will need the following additional materials:

• 1 Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle

Perfect for those chilly days, the Caprea hat makes a fantastic gift for yourself or loved ones. Its beautiful design will turn heads, while the easy-to-follow pattern ensures that you will enjoy the knitting process from start to finish. Don’t miss the chance to add this unique piece to your handmade wardrobe! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding beginner, the Caprea hat offers an enjoyable challenge that will boost your knitting skills and delight your fashion sense.