The Farmstand Hat

Yarn: Sport Weight Yarn - You'll need 202 yards / 185 meters of Main Color (MC) if you're planning to create a fabulous knitted item, which includes enough yarn to craft a small pom pom, measuring approximately 2.5” / 6 cm in diameter. If you desire a larger pom pom, we recommend purchasing additional yarn. Additionally, have 110 yards / 100 meters of Contrasting Color (CC) on hand to enhance your design.

Important Note on Yarn Selection: When selecting your yarn, it's crucial not to be misled by the needle sizes recommended for sport weight yarn or the gauge provided by yarn companies. This particular stitch pattern produces a very tight fabric, necessitating the use of larger needles than what is typically suggested for sport weight yarns. The sample yarn indicates a recommended needle size ranging from US 2.5 to 4 (3-3.5 mm) with a standard gauge of 22 to 24 stitches over 4” / 10 cm, but you'll notice that the gauge for the pattern stitch and the needle sizes specified for this project differ significantly. We strongly encourage all knitters to perform a swatch of the Slip Stitch Cable Pattern and adjust their needle size as necessary to achieve the desired outcome. Be sure to choose a quality sport weight yarn that aligns with the gauge indicated in this pattern for optimal results.

This project offers a delightful way to showcase your knitting skills while crafting a unique piece. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, you'll love the satisfaction of completing this pattern using sport weight yarn and our detailed instructions. Happy knitting!