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Patterns Beacon Hat

Beginner · Hat

Beacon Hat

A plain hat with a deep brim and a crown that decreases without fuss. The first pattern we hand to new knitters.

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  • Yarn weight: DK. Suggested yarn: Bramble DK
  • Amount: About 180–240m of DK.
  • Needles: 4mm circular, 40cm, and a set of DPNs for the crown
  • Sizes: Child, adult S, M, L
  • Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm in stocking stitch, after a gentle block.

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From the pattern

Cast on loosely. Join in the round, being careful not to twist. Work 8cm of 1×1 rib, then stocking stitch until the piece measures 16cm from the cast-on for an adult medium.

Abbreviations in this pattern

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