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Solano Bucket Hat


"This is a top down easy knit hat with a flared brim. The hat is worked in the round in stockinette stitch and the brim increase is knit in garter stitch. Whether you prefer double pointed needles or magic loop knitting, or combining 2 knitting needles at once, this is a simple knit pattern that makes a fabulous and glamorous sun hat. You can find the patter, video tutorial, and Be So Airy Yarn exclusively at Kristin Omdahl's website."
Knitting Needle Size6 or 4 mm
Yarn Weight(3) Light/DK (21-24 stitches to 4 inches)
Materials List
- 230 yds (210m) #3 dk weight yarn
-
US6 (4mm) knitting needles, double pointed needles
and
US6 (4mm) knitting needles, 16 in circular length
or
Us6 (4mm) knitting needles, 30 in or longer circular length - Yarn Needle
- Stitch Marker
- Scissors
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