"My hat designs don’t always evolve following the same path. This time it began with the colors. They are calming to me and with a pandemic whirling around us all, these colors represent a much-needed quiet place. The design itself is based on a 19th century geometric coverlet pattern called “dog paw” found on a coverlet in the collection of The Henry Ford Museum, where I volunteered as a textile specialist in the conservation department. Molly is our former shop dog and it seemed appropriate to remember her in this way.” ~Joan
Size:
Approximately 21". Adjust size by changing the needle size.
Yarn:
Fingering weight, sample made with Jamieson’s Spindrift (25 g, 115 yds/105 m).
Six colors:
(A) 105 Eesit - 92 yds (84 m);
(B) 677 Stonewash - 14 yds (13 m);
(C) 1010 Seabright (or 760 Caspian) - 51 yds (46 m);
(D) 135 Surf - 28 yds (25 m);
(E) 304 White - 14 yds (13 m);
(F) 107 Moogit - 32 yds (29 m).
Needles and Notions:
US 1/2.25 mm and US 3/3.25 mm for circular knitting or size to achieve gauge.
Stitch marker, tapestry needle.
Skills:
Knitting in the round, two-color stranded knitting, following a chart.
Written/Charted:
Charted with written support.
Design by Joan Sheridan
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