Prudence Island Hat

Construction: The Prudence Island Hat is an exquisite knitting pattern that features intricate panels of twisted stitches artfully separated by elegant columns of single seed stitches. This beautiful hat is knit using lightweight fingering weight wool, making it both incredibly light and adequately warm. It’s the perfect accessory for an early fall morning walk with your dog or enjoying the crisp air while sipping your favorite hot beverage.

Skill Level: Intermediate Skills Needed: This project requires knowledge of knitting and purling in the round, executing left and right twists, knitting through the back loop, and several decreasing techniques including SSK, K2tog, and sl1 k2tog psso. This pattern is an excellent way to enhance your knitting skills while creating a stylish and functional piece.

Size: Available in both Small and Large sizes, this adult hat features a laid-flat circumference of 16 ½” (Small) and 17 ½” (Large) after wet blocking. The hat stretches comfortably to fit head circumferences of 21-22” for the Small size and 23-24” for the Large size. It has a cozy height of 7 ½” (Small) and 8 ½” (Large) when unstretched, making it perfect for various head shapes and styles.

Gauge: Achieve a meticulous gauge of 32 stitches and 38 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch knit flat. This gauge is essential for ensuring your hat fits perfectly and displays the stitch patterns beautifully.

Materials:

• US 3 (3.25 mm) 16” circular needles and double pointed needles, or your preferred needles for knitting in the round.
• 190 (210 yards) of high-quality fingering weight wool yarn. The sample hat is crafted using Brooklyn Tweeds’ Peerie yarn, made of 100% wool, with 50 grams providing 210 yards in the stunning color Arabesque.

Additionally, for a successful knitting experience, don't forget to have on hand a stitch marker, a yarn needle for weaving in ends, and a pair of scissors for cutting your yarn.

Embrace the challenge of this delightful knitting project and create a stunning Prudence Island Hat that is not only a pleasure to wear but also a fantastic gift for friends and family. Start your knitting journey today with this lovely and functional pattern!