Montana hat

To achieve the perfect fit, this pattern is designed to be worn with approximately 5cm (2 inches) of negative ease compared to your head circumference at the brim. Ensuring that your hat height is accurate is essential: to check, measure from the top of your neck, over your head, down to 2.5cm (1 inch) below the hairline at the forehead. Your optimal hat depth should be approximately half of this measurement for a comfortable fit.

Due to the large pattern repeat in this design, size adjustments are achieved by altering tension and the weight of the yarn. All specific tensions, recommended yarn weights, and needle sizes are provided in the pattern to ensure your project turns out beautifully. For an easy tension selection, follow these guidelines for different sizes:

• A DK weight yarn is recommended for Toddler and Child sizes.
• A worsted weight or light aran yarn works best for Small and Medium sizes.
• An aran or light chunky yarn should be used for Large and Extra Large sizes.

You'll need approximately 50g of yarn in two colors; if you're not making a pom-pom, you can use less yarn in the contrast color. This gives you the flexibility to customize your hat without sacrificing quality or fit.

For your reference, here are some sample color combinations:

• Lilac sample (Child): Debbie Bliss Aymara in Moonstone and Amethyst.
• Blue sample (Medium): Debbie Bliss Falkland Aran in Duck Egg and Ecru.
• Red sample (Large): Debbie Bliss Lhasa in Cherry and Ecru.
• Pink sample (Extra Large): Debbie Bliss Iris in Flamingo and Kite.

If you're looking for alternative yarns to best suit your project, we have listed some suggested substitutes below, offering additional options to help you create a personalized and stylish knit. Whether you're a beginner or a more advanced knitter, this pattern will guide you through creating a lovely hat that fits perfectly and showcases your creativity!