Upsala is worked in the round from the bottom up. It begins with a twisted knit 1, purl 1 ribbing at the brim, and then a fun dandelion pattern is worked around the body of the hat. Decreases are integrated into the stitch pattern to shape the crown.
Specifications
YARN
Kelbourne Woolens Germantown Bulky (100% N. American Wool; 123 yds/100 gm skein): goldenrod 725, 1 skein.
GAUGE
13 sts + 20 rnds = 4” (10 cm) in Dandelion pattern on larger ndls, after blocking.
NEEDLES
1 – 16” (40 cm) US 8 (5 mm) circular.
1 – 16” (40 cm) US 10 (6 mm) circular.
1 – set US 10 (6 mm) DPNs.
Check your gauge and adjust needle size(s) accordingly if necessary.
NOTIONS
Stitch marker, tapestry needle, Kelbourne Woolens label.
SIZE
19.75” (50 cm) circumference, unstretched, 10” (25.5 cm) height.
SKILLS
Twisted stitches, picking up stitches.
We have a new tutorial for you! Visit our tips and tricks here for step-by-step photos on how to work the Dandelion Stitch!
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Images: Linette Messina Kielinski
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Year of Bulky Hats Kit - Upsala
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