9 sts + 12 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st in the round (k every rnd). 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.
STITCH EXPLANATION:
K1, p1 Rib (over even number of sts)
Rnd 1: *K1, p1; rep from * to end.
Rep Rnd 1 for K1, p1 Rib.
NOTES:
1) Cap is worked in Fair Isle, in St st in the rnd (k every rnd). Carry color not in use along wrong side of work.
2) Work chart from right to left on all rnds.
CAP With A, cast on 42 sts. Divide sts evenly onto 3 needles and join, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beg of rnd. Work 2 rnds in K1, p1 Rib.
Rnd 1: Working in St st in the rnd (k every rnd) and following chart for colors, rep 14 sts of chart 3 times around.
Rnds 2-13: Working in St st, work Rows 2-13 of chart. At end of Rnd 13, cut B. Continue with A only.
Shape Crown Rnd 14: With A, *k5, k2tog; rep from * around—36 sts.
Rnd 15: Knit.
Rnd 16: *K4, k2tog; rep from * around—30 sts.
Rnd 17: Knit.
Rnd 18: *K3, k2tog, rep from * around—24 sts.
Rnd 19: Knit.
Rnd 20: *K2, k2tog, rep from * around—18 sts.
Rnd 21: Knit.
Rnd 22: *K1, k2tog, rep from * around—12 sts.
Rnd 23: K2tog around—6 sts.
Cut yarn leaving a long tail and thread tail through remaining 6 sts. Pull tightly together and fasten off.
FINISHING Following package directions, with B, make a pom pom and tie to top of Hat.
Weave in ends.
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