10 sts = 3½ in. [9 cm], 13 rows = 4 in. [10 cm] in K2, P2 Rib with A. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
NOTES:
Hat is knitted in one piece, then seamed at back.
HAT With A, cast on 40 sts. Set-up Row *(K 1, p 1) twice, inc in next st; rep from * to end of row
– 48 sts.
Work in K1, P1 Rib for 6 rows. Next Row (K 2, p 2) across.
Rep last row until piece measures 8½” [21.5 cm] from beginning. Shape Top
Row 1 (K 2, p2tog) across – 36 sts. Row 2 (K 1, p 2) across. Row 3 (K3tog) across – 12 sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Pull tail through remaining sts and gather
tightly tog. Sew back seam.
POMPOM
Wrap B around the short width of cardboard – the more wraps, the fuller
the Pompom will be. Slide a doubled strand of B under center of wraps and knot.
Clip loops; remove cardboard. Fluff Pompom and trim ends evenly. Use the ends of
the knotted strand to attach Pompom to top of Hat.
ABBREVIATIONS / REFERENCES Click for explanation and illustration
Sparkling Pom-Pom Ski / Toboggan Hat Reviewed by Beth Negrey on 2011-02-20
I really like the narrower ribbing for the cuff on this hat. I did, however, knit a few more rows since I like to keep my ears warm!
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