Half Theory - PDF knitting pattern

Based on the theories of halves, this new design 'Half Theory' is a beanie full of intriguing details - from the half-life motif right through to the unique crown shaping formula.

The pattern is provided in both written and charted format, with 3 sizes that covers 12mths through to large adult. An illustrated tutorial covering the specialist cast on is also included, providing you with everything you need to knit your new Hat.

Yarn

103 [135, 177] yd/95 [124, 163] m
40yd/37m for a 6x6in/15x15cm swatch in St.St
light DK weight, plied yarn.

Needles & Notions

Set 3.5mm/UK–/US4 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Sample details

The Little Knitting Company Cashmere & Yak
[95yd/87m/25g; 42% Cashmere, 40% Yak,18% Wool]
Shown in size 21.5in/54.5cm on model with 21.75in/55.25cm circumference head

Alternative yarn

Simply Shetland Lambswool & Cashmere [136yd/124m/50g; 87.5% Lambswool, 12.5% Cashmere]

Gauge

24 sts x 38 rows to 4in/10cm on 3.5mm needles over St.St.
24 sts x 37 rows to 4in/10cm on 3.5mm needles over 1x1 Twisted Rib, lightly stretched

Sizes

To fit sizes: 18.5 [21.5, 24] in/47 [54.5, 61] cm
Finished size: 16 [18.75, 21.25] in/40.75 [47.5, 54] cm

Skills required

Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases, twisted sts. specialist cast-on.

Pattern contents

Written & charted instructions; illustrated tutorial for Alternate Cable cast-on

Support

Do you need help with this pattern? We have a full range of tutorials on the website. We also have the Woolly Wormhead’s Facebook group where you can ask any questions.

Published March 2014
PDF file size: 2.1MB, image res. 300DPI
Product code: WW229KHalfTheory
Technical editors: Heather Murray & Tana Pageler
For more information, see: http://www.woollywormhead.com/half-theory