Modern Tartan Slouch by terry blasko

Modern Tartan Slouch

Knitting
December 2015
Sport (12 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in garter rib pattern on larger needle
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 5 - 3.75 mm
3.5 mm (E)
411 yards (376 m)
18¼ (19½, 20¾, 22)" circumference and 8½" tall; shown in size 19½
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

A combination of horizontal stripes, crocheted vertical stripes, and garter rib creates a one-of-a-kind plaid effect in this knitted beanie. Knit in the round in a lightweight cotton yarn, this hat utilizes modern colors for a chic look.

Sizes 18¼ (19½, 20¾, 22)“ circumference and 8½” tall; shown in size 19½
Yarn Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima Fine (100% cotton; 137 yd 125 m/50 g):
• #3771 paprika (red; MC), 1 skein
• #3752 coral (pink; CC1), 1 skein
• #3716 chocolate (CC2), 1 skein
Gauge 23 sts and 36 rnds = 4″ in Garter Rib patt on larger needle
Tools
• Size 3 (3.25 mm): 16″ circular (cir) needle
• Size 5 (3.75 mm): 16″ cir and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
• Markers (m)
• Size E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook
• Tapestry needle