Tree Boughs & Trails Hat

**Pattern Availability** The version available from Interweave ("visit pattern website" link) includes instructions for three sizes: child/teen (adult woman, adult man) to fit a 20 (22, 24))” head. The version available for purchase through Ravelry ("buy it now" link) includes instructions for five sizes: 6 month (12 month, child/ teen (adult, adult large)) to fit a 16 (18, 20 (22, 24))” head; and variations for a beanie and slouch cap, folded brim and short brim. The cable patterns are both charted and written out in full. **Inspiration** The Tree Boughs & Trails Hat is a modern take on traditional German twisted-stitch patterns. An unusual leaf stitch pattern hints at branches of trees; a clever cable variation suggests trails that meander through the woods. This hat uses a cozy merino—sourced and spun in America—to make all those twisted stitches and cables pop. **Difficulty** Intermediate **Finished Size** 13.5 (16, 17 (18.5, 20))”/ 34.5 (40.5, 43 (47, 51)) cm circumference and the following depths: *Beanie, short brim:* 7.75 (8, 9 (9.75, 9.75))”/ 19.5 (20.5, 23 (25, 25)) cm tall *Slouch, short brim:* - (-, 10.25 (11, 11))”/ -, (-, 26 (28, 28)) cm *Beanie, folded brim:* 8.75 (9.5, 10 (11.5, 11.5))”/ 22 (23.5, 25.5 (29, 29)) cm *Slouch, folded brim:* (-, 11.25 (12.5, 12.5))”/ - (-, 28.5 (32, 32)) cm Hat shown measures 18.5". **Yarn** Stonehedge Fiber Mill Shepherd’s Wool Worsted (100% merino): roasted pumpkin, 1 skein. **Needles** Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular. Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. **Notions** Marker; cable needle; tapestry needle. **Gauge** 27 sts and 27.5 rnds = 4" in charted patt on larger needle.