Smithfield Hat

Introducing the Smithfield Hat! Inspired by the iconic architecture of the Smithfield Street Bridge in Pittsburgh, this is the first design in a new collection! This design features alternating panels of elongated cables and ribbing that beautifully mimic the structure of the bridge. Knit in The Lamb & Kid Tod, this DK weight hat is a delightful project for both knitters new to cables as well as more experienced knitters. With instructions for sizes ranging from baby to adult, and a beanie or slouchy option, this versatile hat is perfect for the whole family!

P.S. This hat will work as the perfect swatch for the future Smithfield patterns coming soon!

CONSTRUCTION

Hat is CO and worked in the round from the ribbing to the crown.

HELPFUL VIDEOS

This pattern contains links to several helpful video tutorials specifically for this pattern.

SIZES

Baby (Child, Adult S/M, Adult L/XL)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

13.25 (16, 18.75, 21.25)” / 33 (40, 47, 53)cm circumference

7.25 (7.25, 8.5, 8.5)” / 18 (18, 21.5, 21.5)cm tall for beanie version

9.5 (9.5, 10.75, 10.75)” / 24 (24, 27, 27)cm tall for slouchy version

YARN REQUIREMENTS

Please note these are yarn estimates. The amount used will depend on yarn, your personal gauge, and any modifications you make.

The Lamb & Kid Tod (65% yak, 35% cashmere; 150 yards per 50g); 1 skein for all sizes for the beanie version and 1 (1, 1, 2) skein(s) for the slouchy version

Or

Heavy DK/light worsted weight yarn in the following amount:

Beanie: 79 (95, 131, 150) yards / 72 (86, 119, 136) meters

Slouchy: 95 (115, 150, 175) yards / 86 (105, 136, 159) meters

Samples shown:

Hers: Worn in size Adult S/M (beanie version) with 3.25” / 8cm of negative ease, in color Vixen with faux fur pom pom.

His: Worn in size Adult L/XL (slouchy version) with 1.75” / 4.5cm of negative ease, in color Dean.

SUGGESTED NEEDLES

Needles listed are suggested.

Gauge Needle: Size US 6 (4 mm) 16” / 40cm circular needle, and DPNs—or size necessary to obtain gauge.

Ribbing Needle: Size US 4 (3.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needle or two sizes smaller than Gauge Needle.

TOOLS

Stitch marker, tapestry needle, and pom pom (optional)

GAUGE

21 stitches and 28 rounds = 4” / 10cm in cable pattern repeat, worked in the round with Gauge Needle, blocked.