Peaks & Valleys Hat Pattern
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About the Peaks & Valleys Hat
Peaks & Valleys uses DK weight yarn and incorporates a fun set of lace repeats that dip and climb as you work your way up to the crown. This pattern is simple enough for anyone trying lace for the first time, but with plenty of interest for you seasoned knitters.
It can also be worked with fingering weight yarn held double, and for fun you try adding a strand of lace weight kid silk mohair for a beautifully, soft halo.
This is a hat that flies off the needles and is perfect for gifting as it looks great with or without a pom pom topper.
How you get your pattern
Your pattern is a digital download. The link lands in your inbox shortly after checkout, usually within 10 minutes. No physical items will be mailed.
Pattern details
- Designer
- Cheryl Ham of Hypnotic Yarn
- Yarn
- Plush DK: 85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon, 246 yds (225 m) per 100g skein, or Plush Sock held double
- Yarn needed
- About 60g (140 yds) in DK. Fingering held double may take a different amount
- Size
- One size fits most adults, 20 to 22 in (50 to 56 cm) heads
- Finished size
- 8 in (20 cm) across the ribbing and 9.25 in (23.5 cm) at the widest, laid flat, and 9 in (23 cm) tall, unblocked and unstretched
- Tested
- Test knit and professionally tech edited
Knit it in Plush DK
One 100g skein of Plush DK has plenty for the whole hat.
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Knit it in Plush DK
One 100g skein of Plush DK has plenty for the whole hat.
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Designed for Satisfying Stitches
- Knits up evenly with beautiful stitch definition
- Feels balanced in the hands, not splitty or fussy
- Comfortable to work with for longer knitting sessions
Feels as Divine Finished as it Does on the Needles
- Keeps its shape through use and handling
- Wears well without losing its cozy feel
- Creates a balanced fabric with structure and softness.
What Makes This Yarn So Soft?
A Yarn's softness is determined by the fineness of its fibers. This base features extrafine merino wool measuring just 19.5 microns (among the finest commercially available) resulting in an incredibly soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.
How To Care For Your Yarn
We recommend gently hand washing your makes in cold water to keep them looking their best. After washing, reshape your item and lay it flat on a clean, dry surface to air dry. This method helps preserve the vibrant colors and softness of the yarn.
Understanding Color Differences
We strive for color consistency across batches, but due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, color variations may occur, even within the same dye bath. Monitor and screen settings may also affect how colors appear. For multi-skein projects, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows.
What Makes This Yarn So Soft?
A Yarn's softness is determined by the fineness of its fibers. This base features extrafine merino wool measuring just 19.5 microns (among the finest commercially available) resulting in an incredibly soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.
How To Care For Your Yarn
We recommend gently hand washing your makes in cold water to keep them looking their best. After washing, reshape your item and lay it flat on a clean, dry surface to air dry. This method helps preserve the vibrant colors and softness of the yarn.
Understanding Color Differences
We strive for color consistency across batches, but due to the nature of hand-dyed yarn, color variations may occur, even within the same dye bath. Monitor and screen settings may also affect how colors appear. For multi-skein projects, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows.
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