ABBREVIATIONS
k=knit stitch
p=purl stitch
rnd(s)=round(s)
st(s)=stitch(es)
ssk= slip, slip, knit. Move the stitch from the left to the peg on the right. The peg on the right will have 2 loops; when knitting the peg, knit both loops as one thus creating a decrease.
INSTRUCTIONS
Connect 40 links (80 pegs) to form a circle.
Rnd 1: k to end.
Rnd 2: p to end.
Repeat Rnds 1-2: 4 more times. (10 rounds total).
Rnd 11-13: k to end.
Rnd 14: p to end.
Rnd 15-18: k to end.
Next 8 rounds follow chart below.
Next 4 rnds: k to end.
Next rnd: p to end.
Next rnd: k to end.
Repeat last round until hat measures approximately 8 inches from cast on edge. Continue to decrease rounds. As you decrease, remove the empty links as needed.
Next rnd: *ssk, k8; rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k7; rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k6, rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k5, rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k4, rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k3, rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k2, rep from * to end of rnd.
Next rnd: *ssk, k1, rep from * to end of rnd.
Bind off with gather bind off method.
Weave ends in. Steam block lightly.
LOOM: Flexee Loom Skinny, 40 links (80 pegs).
YARN: Approx 150 yds of merino wool. Malabrigo Rios in Ravelry Red was used in sample.
NOTIONS: tapestry needle, row counter, scissors.
GAUGE: 9.5 sts x 15 rows = 2 inches.
SIZE: Fits up to a 20” circumference head.
How many extra pegs for a 24″ head? Can we adjust this pattern for different sizes?
Bev, I recommend making a swatch and checking your gauge. Afterward, calculate the number of stitches needed for a 24″ circumference. Generally, for a snug-fitting hat, you’ll want to account for negative ease by casting on 1-2 inches less than the desired measurement to ensure a tight fit.
Thanks for this pattern. I will try with KB 80pegs round loom. I have flexee loom also. I’m Rajkumar Manickam Dancer my hobby was knitting