Balsam Point Hat by Kerri Blumer

Balsam Point Hat

Knitting
January 2022
DK (11 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette St on US 4 (or middle needle size)
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 4 - 3.5 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
145 - 220 yards (133 - 201 m)
XS (S, M, L)
English
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Balsam Point Hat features a geometric pattern that’s reminiscent of a colorwork pattern. You’ll create the angled stitches with 1x1 twists that don’t need a cable needle! Knit your hat up with a folded or single layer brim - or follow the modification tip for a double layer brim that’s secured at the inside. Four sizes will fit much of the family - just pick a favorite solid or semi solid color to show off the stitch pattern!

This pattern assumes knowledge of working in the round and decreases. Both charts and written directions are provided for all stitch patterns. A video tutorial link is included for the 1x1 twists without a cable needle used to create the geometric pattern.

Suggested Yarn: DK weight yarn that knits to gauge
Green sample uses Knit Picks Swish DK
Gold sample uses Brown Sheep Prairie Spun DK

Sizes: XS (S, M, L) to fit head circumference up to 19.5 (21, 23, 24.5)” / 49.5 (53.5, 58.5, 62) cm
Shown in size S on head measuring 20.75”

Yarn Requirements:
Single Layer Brim: 145 (155, 170, 185) yds / 133 (142, 155, 169) m
Folded Brim: 180 (190, 205, 220) yds /165 (174, 187, 201) m

Gauge: 24 sts and 32 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette St on US 4 (or middle needle size)

Needles and Notions: US 3 / 3.25 mm, US 4 / 3.5 mm, and
US 5 / 3.75 mm needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle