Artifact Hat

*Artifact Hat, which features a motif reminiscent of ancient pottery and architectural design, is a versatile pattern suitable for both men and women. This is a lightweight hat accentuated by a folded ribbed band to increase warmth around the ears, an intricate stranded motif, and a little bit of slouch. It offers a great chance to experiment with your favorite semisolid and variegated colorways. No need to catch floats, as no floats exceed five stitches in length! *This pattern is recommended for intermediate level knitters who are comfortable with stranded colorwork, reading from charts, and knitting in the round.* **Materials** • Approximately 230 yards of Main Color in fingering/sock weight yarn • Approximately 50 yards of Contrast Color in fingering/sock weight yarn • One 16” circular needle, 3.0mm (US size 2.5) - OR size required to get gauge • 3.0mm (US size 2.5) DPNs or a longer circular needle for Magic Loop method • Stitch marker • Darning needle for weaving ends in • Blocking materials **Specifications** Gauge: 30 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches (10.15cm) in stranded pattern (blocked) Finished measurements: 20” (50.8cm) in circumference around the fullest part of the hat, approximately 11.5” (29.21cm) from cast-on edge to crown (blocked) *This pattern has been tech edited by Katharine A. Seaman.*