Receding Tide Hat

Errata: Please note that in the written instructions for round 8 of the body of the hat, the last k5 should be corrected to a k4. The chart accompanying the pattern is correct.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Yarn Information: For this delightful project, we recommend using Manos del Uruguay Rittenhouse 5-ply yarn (100% merino wool; 241 yards/100 grams). One skein is sufficient for this hat, as showcased in the lovely Natural colorway.

Gauge: Achieve a gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch before blocking. It’s essential to check your gauge to ensure a perfect fit!

Finished Size: This fashionable hat is designed to comfortably fit a head circumference of 22 inches, making it a stylish accessory for most adults.

Needles Required: You will need a 16-inch US 6 (4.0mm) circular needle, a 16-inch US 8 (5.0mm) circular needle, and US 8 double-pointed needles (DPNs) for this knitting project. Make sure to gather your supplies before starting!

Notions: To help you complete this project, you will also need 1 stitch marker, a cable needle, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends.

Stitches Used: This pattern incorporates a variety of techniques, including knit, purl, knit into the front and back (kfb), knit 2 together (k2tog), slip slip knit (ssk), purl 2 together (p2tog), right twist (rt), and left twist (lt). All stitches are carefully explained in the pattern for your convenience.

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Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just looking to challenge yourself with a fun new project, this intermediate-level hat pattern is a wonderful way to enhance your knitting skills while creating a beautiful and functional accessory.