Xue Hat

*XUE HAT* 雪 (Xuě) - “snow” in Mandarin Chinese This beanie, embellished with wintry colorwork and a folded brim of 1x1 ribbing, is perfect for holiday gifts. SIZES 1 (2) To fit 21-22 (23-24)” head circumference with about 1.5-2.5” of negative ease. Shown in Size 1. FINISHED MEASUREMENTS Circumference unstretched: 19.25 (21.5)” Height: Size 1 - 8.5” with brim folded; 9.75” full length. Size 2 - 8.75” with brim folded; 10” full length. YARN Color A 1 (1) skein of Woolstok Worsted by Blue Sky Fibers (100% fine highland wool; 123 yds/50 g), shown in October Sky. OR 100 (110) yds of DK weight yarn. Color B 1 (1) skein of Woolstok Worsted by Blue Sky Fibers (100% fine highland wool; 123 yds/50 g), shown in Spring Ice. OR 100 (110) yds of DK weight yarn. NEEDLES AND NOTIONS US 5 (3.5 mm) 16” circular needles US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needles Set of US 7 (4.5 mm) dpns Stitch markers, tapestry needle GAUGE 20 sts and 24 rows = 4” in st st on larger needles, blocked. Go up or down a size needle to maintain this gauge throughout the body of the hat. ADDITIONAL NOTES The hat is knit from the bottom up. Hold MC and CC consistently to achieve the best results. The shaping section is written out. Colorwork is charted. The hat can be worn with brim folded or without.