Crispin Hat

Introducing the Crispin unisex hat, the ultimate cozy companion for anyone looking to elevate their knitting skills. Designed with a stylish folded brim, this hat is incredibly stretchy, ensuring a comfortable fit for nearly everyone. The intriguing combination of slip stitch and purl zigzag patterns not only makes this knitting project visually interesting but also ideal for beginners eager to enhance their crafting techniques. You will find both a chart and a fully written pattern available, making it easier than ever to follow along.

Needle Size: To create the perfect Crispin hat, you will need 4 mm/US 6 and 5 mm/US 8 circular needles, suitable for the magic loop technique or DPNs. Alternatively, feel free to use any needle size that helps you achieve the desired gauge for this project.

Yarn Details: For this delightful hat, we recommend using Dovestone DK weight yarn, made from a luxurious blend of 50% Bluefaced Leicester, 25% Masham, and 25% Wensleydale fibers. Each 100g skein provides an impressive 230 meters (or 252 yards) of yarn, and for the Crispin hat, you will only need 1 skein in the beautiful Shade: Endeavour.

Gauge (after blocking): To ensure your hat fits wonderfully, aim for a gauge of 27 stitches and 32 rows over 10 cm/4” in ribbing using the smaller needles. When working with the larger needles for the pattern, you should achieve 26 stitches and 35 rows over the same 10 cm/4” measurement.

Final Measurements: Once completed, your Crispin hat will have a height of 22.8 cm/9” (with a folded brim) and a circumference of 47 cm /18.5”. Perfect for daily wear or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this hat project is sure to bring warmth and style to your winter wardrobe. Dive into this enjoyable knitting adventure and create your very own Crispin hat today!