Naarden Hat
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Many knitters have had this experience: you hold a spectacular piece of colorwork knitting and after admiring the surface, you turn it inside out. You stroke the medley of floats, noting how flat they lie, how neatly they’ve been managed. Yes, you think, this is expertly done. And then, with a knowing smile, you tuck them away again.
Knitters spend a lot of time thinking about floats - the ever-present companions to colorwork. We focus so much on tension and color dominance to make sure that the building blocks of the pattern remain invisible.
But what would happen if the float was allowed to come forward?
Naarden celebrates floats by making them the focal point of the design. The result is a panel of spirals that, like intricate brickwork,, create visual richness through the simple repetition of a well-executed detail. It’s a pleasure to give this rarely-seen but frequently admired aspect of knitting its time to shine.
In the Naarden hat, the floats are the main design element. When brought to the front and paired with twisted stitches, they create a texture like richly woven fabric. You’ll find this hat is a great stashbuster for your special singles; allowing you to use up small amounts of contrasting yarn for the central band. The ribbing is folded over, creating a plush double brim for that extra bit of warmth, comfort and luxury.
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NAARDEN COLLECTION
This pattern is part of a collection of 3 patterns: a hat, a cowl (single or double wrapped) and mittens (full or fingerless).
Pre-order the collection now and get all three patterns for €10!
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SIZES
8 sizes: Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen or Adult S, Adult M / Adult L, Adult XL) intended to fit head circumference of 14 (16, 18 / 19.5, 20.5, 22 / 23.5, 25)” / 36 (41, 46 / 49, 52, 56 / 60, 64) cm with no ease.
2 Length options: Fitted and Slouchy (~25% longer)
See photos for measurement details.
CONSTRUCTION
Naarden Hat is a beanie, featuring alternating floats in the front and back paired with twisted stitches to create a panel of spirals that, like intricate brickwork, create visual richness through simple repetition. The ribbing is folded over, creating a plush double brim for that extra bit of warmth, comfort and luxury.
YARN
Heavy fingering to sport (~330-385 yd / 300-350 m per 3.5oz / 100g) merino (or other soft wool with high definition) in 2 colors.
The sample was knit in the fitted version out of La Bien Aimee Merino Sport (355 yd / 325 m per 3.5oz / 100g) in colorways Chrysocolla (MC, green) and Smoke (CC, grey).
See photos for yardage details.
NEEDLES
Needle A:
Two sets of 16” / 40 cm circular needles (or 1 extra set in an even smaller size).
Suggested Size: US 2 / 2.75 mm
Needle B:
One set of 16” / 40 cm circular needles.
Suggested Size: US 4 / 3.5 mm
NOTIONS
Waste yarn in same weight and contrasting color (choose a smooth yarn that is easy to unravel), crochet hook C-2 / 2.75 mm, stitch markers, locking stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors.
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I would love to see your versions of the Naarden Hat! Feel free to tag me (@saltandstoneknits) and add these hashtags to your photos on Instagram! #naardenhat #saltandstoneknits
If you have any questions about the pattern, please contact me at mieka@saltandstoneknits.com.
Many knitters have had this experience: you hold a spectacular piece of colorwork knitting and after admiring the surface, you turn it inside out. You stroke the medley of floats, noting how flat they lie, how neatly they’ve been managed. Yes, you think, this is expertly done. And then, with a knowing smile, you tuck them away again.
Knitters spend a lot of time thinking about floats - the ever-present companions to colorwork. We focus so much on tension and color dominance to make sure that the building blocks of the pattern remain invisible.
But what would happen if the float was allowed to come forward?
Naarden celebrates floats by making them the focal point of the design. The result is a panel of spirals that, like intricate brickwork,, create visual richness through the simple repetition of a well-executed detail. It’s a pleasure to give this rarely-seen but frequently admired aspect of knitting its time to shine.
In the Naarden hat, the floats are the main design element. When brought to the front and paired with twisted stitches, they create a texture like richly woven fabric. You’ll find this hat is a great stashbuster for your special singles; allowing you to use up small amounts of contrasting yarn for the central band. The ribbing is folded over, creating a plush double brim for that extra bit of warmth, comfort and luxury.
_________________________________
NAARDEN COLLECTION
This pattern is part of a collection of 3 patterns: a hat, a cowl (single or double wrapped) and mittens (full or fingerless).
Pre-order the collection now and get all three patterns for €10!
_________________________________
SIZES
8 sizes: Newborn (Baby, Toddler, Child, Teen or Adult S, Adult M / Adult L, Adult XL) intended to fit head circumference of 14 (16, 18 / 19.5, 20.5, 22 / 23.5, 25)” / 36 (41, 46 / 49, 52, 56 / 60, 64) cm with no ease.
2 Length options: Fitted and Slouchy (~25% longer)
See photos for measurement details.
CONSTRUCTION
Naarden Hat is a beanie, featuring alternating floats in the front and back paired with twisted stitches to create a panel of spirals that, like intricate brickwork, create visual richness through simple repetition. The ribbing is folded over, creating a plush double brim for that extra bit of warmth, comfort and luxury.
YARN
Heavy fingering to sport (~330-385 yd / 300-350 m per 3.5oz / 100g) merino (or other soft wool with high definition) in 2 colors.
The sample was knit in the fitted version out of La Bien Aimee Merino Sport (355 yd / 325 m per 3.5oz / 100g) in colorways Chrysocolla (MC, green) and Smoke (CC, grey).
See photos for yardage details.
NEEDLES
Needle A:
Two sets of 16” / 40 cm circular needles (or 1 extra set in an even smaller size).
Suggested Size: US 2 / 2.75 mm
Needle B:
One set of 16” / 40 cm circular needles.
Suggested Size: US 4 / 3.5 mm
NOTIONS
Waste yarn in same weight and contrasting color (choose a smooth yarn that is easy to unravel), crochet hook C-2 / 2.75 mm, stitch markers, locking stitch marker, tapestry needle, scissors.
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I would love to see your versions of the Naarden Hat! Feel free to tag me (@saltandstoneknits) and add these hashtags to your photos on Instagram! #naardenhat #saltandstoneknits
If you have any questions about the pattern, please contact me at mieka@saltandstoneknits.com.