Chestertown Hat

Introducing our timeless and gender-neutral Classic Cabled Hat knitting pattern, designed to keep you stylish and warm from the crisp days of fall all the way through the coldest winter months. This beautifully crafted hat features intricate dense cable patterns that not only enhance its visual appeal but also provide excellent wind resistance, ensuring you stay cozy in even the harshest weather. Made from incredibly soft merino wool, the fabric feels wonderful against your skin, making this hat not just a functional accessory, but a luxurious one as well.

The design showcases different cable panels artfully wrapping around the hat, giving it a unique textured look that will complement any winter outfit. The fold-over ribbed brim is an added feature that unfolds to provide extra ear coverage on those particularly windy days, making this hat a must-have in your winter wardrobe.

**Sizes:** Adult Medium

**Finished Measurements:** Brim Circumference is 17” (43cm) unstretched, with a length of 10.25” (26cm) when the brim is unfolded and 8.5” (21.5cm) with the brim folded. This versatile sizing ensures a comfortable and snug fit for nearly everyone.

**Yarn:** This pattern is showcased using Knit Picks Swish Worsted yarn, which is perfect for this project (110 yards/100 m, 1.75oz/50g, 100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool). For this hat, you will need three skeins in the charming Clementine color (27226). The total amount of yarn required for the project is 277 yards (254m), allowing for some flexibility in your gauge.

**Needles:** To create this stunning hat, you’ll need Size US 5 (3.75mm) circular needles in 16”/40cm and Size US 6 (4mm) circular needles in 16”/40cm. Additionally, a set of double-pointed needles (dpn) will be required to finish the top of the hat comfortably.

**Gauge:** For achieving the perfect fit, knit a gauge swatch in a 1x1 rib on the smaller needles: 31 stitches & 34 rounds = 4” (10cm). When working over the combined cabled charts on the larger needles, your gauge should measure 37 stitches & 33 rounds = 4” (10cm).

This Classic Cabled Hat knitting pattern not only serves as a fantastic project for knitters at various skill levels but also makes for a thoughtful handmade gift option for friends and family. Embrace the warmth and style of winter fashion by creating your own with this easy-to-follow pattern!