The Louise Cloche: A Cozy and Customizable Knitting Pattern

The Louise Cloche is an elegantly crafted basic hat that provides exceptional warmth, featuring a double layer of fabric for the brim. This unique design showcases simple stitching patterns, ensuring the hat remains stylish and unadorned, while simultaneously inviting your personal touch. Customize the Louise Cloche with your favorite embellishments such as bows, buttons, flowers, or brooches to create a unique accessory that reflects your style. The hat, as shown in the picture, is crafted using #5 bulky 100% wool roving, but it can also be knitted easily with two strands of worsted weight yarn held together for versatility.

This knitting pattern includes three sizes, making it perfect for a variety of head sizes or gifting to loved ones. An optional bow pattern is also provided, allowing you to add a delightful finishing touch to your creation.

Materials Needed for the Louise Cloche

• U.S. Size 10.5 16-inch circular needles for the body and dpns for decreasing
• U.S. Size 11 dpns for finishing
• Stitch marker to keep track of your rounds

Yarn Requirements

For a fabulous cloche hat, you will need the following yarn amounts depending on your chosen weight:

• Bulky Weight Yarn:
• Color A for brim: 40 yards
• Color B for top: 80 yards
• Or Worsted Weight Yarn (held double):
• Color A for brim: 80 yards
• Color B for top: 160 yards

If you want to enhance your hat with the optional bow, you’ll require 10 yards of each of two different colors or 20 yards of a single color.

Gauge

To ensure the perfect fit and texture, aim for a gauge of 12 stitches x 18 rows = 4 inches by 4 inches in Stockinette stitch using Size 10.5 needles.

Whether you are a novice knitter looking to expand your skills or an experienced crafter eager to try a new project, the Louise Cloche is an ideal choice. Dive into the world of knitting with this delightful pattern, and enjoy the warmth and style of your handcrafted cloche. Happy knitting!