Buness

This pattern is published in **Mary Jane Mucklestone**'s book *Fair Isle Weekend*. The hardcover and e-book are available in 2 versions: in English and Finnish. https://lainepublishing.com/products/fair-isle-weekend Individual Buness pattern is available in Mary Jane Mucklestone's Ravelry shop. https://lainepublishing.com/products/fair-isle-weekend *Errata is for Hardcover book only; eBook and individual pattern are correct.* **Buness** A burst of cheer in every season! *Buness* is knit straight up from the brim; the crown decreases create shaping between the large flower motif. The classic flat tam shape is achieved by blocking over a dinner plate. **SIZE** One Size. **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** Circumference at brim: 20 in (51 cm). Diameter at widest point: 9 in (23 cm). **MATERIALS** Yarn: Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper Weight (fingering weight, 100% Shetland wool, 115 m / 125 yds per 25 g ball). 1 ball each in: MC) 202 White A) 95 Pink B) FC7 Apricot C) 1283 Lilac D) 125 Orange E) 75 Light Blue F) 93 Red Actual amounts used: MC) 78yds/72m A) 45yds/42m B) 43yds/40m C) 30yds/28m D) 35yds/32m E) 13yds/12m F) 13yds/12m Needles: 16 in (40 cm) circular needles in sizes US 2 (2.75 mm) and US 3 (3.25 mm). DPNs in size US 3 (3.25 mm). Always use the correct needles needed to achieve gauge. Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, cardboard disk, or plate [9 in (23 cm) diameter]. **GAUGE** 26 sts x 28 rnds = 4 x 4 in (10 x 10 cm) in Fair Isle pattern on larger needles, after blocking. **ERRATA For Hardcover book only ** * On round 2, sts 2, 5, 21, 29 & 45 are worked in MC * Decreases shown on round 23 should be worked on round 22. * When round 25 is complete, you will have 14 sts. Work k2tog to end of round – 7 sts. Then work i-cord as given.