Aran Inspired Fisherman's Slouch Beret Hat: Cable and Moss Design Knitting Pattern

by Tracy Zhang

Overview

This pattern knits a wonderfully thick and warm slouch beret type hat that is both soft and lightweight. Instructions come complete with description of how to knit the beret point!

Things to know about this pattern:

Skill level: Advanced beginner. This hat requires extremely basic knitting skills. The only complicated factors relate to slipping and picking up stitches. There is also a three needle bind-off needed at the end.

Size: Fits to hat size 22"

Gauge: 16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches

Supplies Required:

Size 10 needles (9 inch circular or 16 inch circular) or one set Size 10 DPN

Size 10 cable needle

Size 9, 10 or 11 short needle or DPN to help in 3 needle bind off and final hat band bind off

2 skeins (100 grams each) Sport or Worsted Weight Yarn.

Tapestry Needle

Product Details

BN ID:	2940044980693
Publisher:	Broomhandle Books
Publication date:	10/07/2012
Series:	Winter Hat Knitting Patterns , #5
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Tracy Zhang began knitting at age four when her mother introduced her to a skilled knitting teacher, Mrs. Kay Wunderlich. Since then Tracy has knitted primarily for self, family, and friends. In 2008, after retirement, she began selling her original patterns.

Always inspired by traditional Aran patterns and designs, Tracy acknowledges that nearly all her creations contain Aran design elements. It is an indulgence to which she gives free rein.

If you have any questions about Tracy's patterns, please contact her at [e-mail]. Comments, questions and suggestions for improvement are always welcome.

Happy Knitting!