Galattica

Worked flat from the bottom up and seamed at the centre back, Galattica is an introduction to short-row colourwork repeats. Worked in DK weight yarn the pattern can easily be adjusted for a range of sizes by changing needle size, gauge or yarn **Hat Description** Galattica is a vertically knit Hat with a smooth crown. It uses short-row colourwork to create lines of pods in a triangular formation around the front of the Hat. It’s worked in garter stitch throughout. **Yarn** Yarn A: 211yd/184m; Yarn B: 16yd/14m DK weight, single or plied yarn; tonal or high contrast solid, semi-solid or variegated yarns. **Needles & Notions** Pair 3mm (3.25mm) straight needles or size needed to obtain gauge 3.25mm crochet hook 11 Stitch Markers Tapestry needle **Sample Details** Shown in MadTosh Tosh DK in shade ‘Cousteau’ (225yd/201m per 4oz/115g; 100% Merino) & Dragonfly Fibers Traveller DK in shade ‘Golden Compass’ (280yd/256m per 4oz/115g; 100% Merino) Shown in size 23in/58.5cm on model with 23in/58.5cm circumference head **Size & Gauge** To fit size: 21in/53.25cm; use 3mm needles Gauge: 24 sts x 48 rows to 4in/10cm over Garter Stitch Finished sizes: Circumference: 16.75in/42.5cm Length: 10in/25.5cm To fit size: 23in/58.5cm; use 3.25mm needles Gauge: 22 sts x 44 rows to 4in/10cm over Garter Stitch Finished sizes: Circumference: 18.25in/46.25cm Length: 11in/28cm **Pattern Notes** Sizing in this pattern is achieved via adjustments in gauge or yarn weight. **Accessibility Statement** The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background. Charts are in greyscale and do not rely on colour. **Support** Do you need help with this pattern? We have a [specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group][1] where you can ask any questions. Publication details ISBN: 978-9916-693-87-2 Tallinn, Estonia, 2026 Woolly Wormhead OÜ WW464KGalattica Technical editor: Deb Bramham [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/woolly-wormheads-hats/4421685/1-25