Spiderweb Hat

Happy Halloween critter knitters! Or, whatever season you're in I hope it's a happy one, because spiders are a year round delight. This hat is knit bottom up, with a few rows of half twisted rib before you begin on the chart. I think this is the perfect time to practice your ladderback jacquard technique because it will be a few rows before you get to stranding. After you finish the hat body, you can optionally knit a little spider to dangle from the top. **Pay what you want pricing** Due to the incredible support I have received for my patterns, I am exploring some options for adding "pay what you want" features to my smaller patterns. This pattern is originally $10. That is a little higher than most of my accessories because of the included spider, and the additional sizes. **To get this pattern for $7:** 7spidersplease **To get this pattern for $5:** 5spidersplease **To get this pattern for free:** freethespiders Thanks so much for supporting my work, I am so excited that I get to use this medium to talk about the diversity and delights of the arthropod world. If the coupon code does not work, please let me know. I am unable to apply a coupon code post-purchase and will not offer refunds for accidental purchases, thank you for understanding! **When you buy a pattern from me, you are helping to support my work as a scientist**! That's just the truth. The money I make from these patterns is fed directly into more science and scientific outreach- from purchasing supplies for activities at outreach events, to getting more yarn for more bug patterns, to gas for my field vehicle, to cages and plants for my aphids. I am always happy to talk about my research and answer bug questions, so reach out if you would like to learn more about it. **Yarn** *Any DK yarn will work for this project. Make sure you’re using a colorwork friendly yarn so that the spiderweb contrast comes across!* Kelbourne Woolens Germantown DK (100% N. American wool, 270yds/274m/100g), DK weight Colors used in sample: MC (background): Black CC (spiderweb): Natural **Needles** For the hat: US 4 [3.5mm], 16” [40cm] circular For the spider: US 2 [2.75mm], 2 x 16” [40cm] circular* **Notions** Stitch marker, scissors, tapestry needle. **Gauge** Colorwork and Stockinette [3.5mm]: 20 stitches and 26 rows = 4” [10cm] Please swatch in the round for this pattern! **Yardage** MC: 45, (50, 54, 60, 67) yards/ 19, (20, 21, 22, 25) g 39, (45, 49, 55, 62) meters, Skeins: 1, (1, 1, 1, 1) CC: 46, (50, 53, 56, 60) yards/ 18, (18, 19.5, 20.7, 22) g 42, (46, 47, 47, 52) meters, Skeins: 1, (1, 1, 1, 1) MC for spider: 20 yards/ 8g/ 18.28m **Sizes** Measurements are given for the finished garment, after blocking Sizes: To fit Baby (0-6 months), (Toddler, Child, Adult Small, Adult Medium, and Adult Large) ***a brief note on sizing. Testers knitting for children had mixed results when knitting the Baby–Child sizes. I would recommend sizing up if you are knitting for a head in between sizes. Finished Circumference: 14.5, (16.5, 18, 20, 22.5, 23.5”)” [36.25, (41.25, 45, 50, 56.25, 60) cm*]