This pattern is part of The Art of Warmth: 27 Hats for Every Occasion.

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With a little yarn and a little effort, this little lacey topper will add a touch of sophistication to top off any outfit.

 

The soft Merino/Cashmere blend will agree with even the most sensitive of skin, and the lace motif and five-petal flower crown will agree with the most particular of sensibilities.

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The Adelaida Hat is worked in the round from brim to crown. The lace is more complicated than it looks, with nothing more advanced than a Centered Double Decrease.

 

The small size and simple stitches make this the perfect project for anyone wanting to try their hand at lace or learn to read charts.

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This pattern includes both written instructions and charts.

 

Finished Measurements

17¾”/44.5 cm brim circumference.

8½”/21.5 cm height from base of ribbing to top center of crown.

Measurements are taken after blocking.

Fits average adult head sizes 20-21”/51-53 cm.

 

Yarn

Approximately 200 yds/183 m of fingering weight yarn.

1 skein of Knit Picks Capretta (80% Fine Merino Wool, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon; 230 yards/50g): Celestial

#25597

 

Needles

Size US 3/3.25 mm circular 16”/40 cm and set of double-pointed.

Size US 1/2.25 mm: 16”/40 cm circular.

Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain gauge.

Notions

Stitch markers, tapestry needle.

 

Gauge

27 stitches and 40 rounds = 4”/10 cm on size US 3/3.25 mm needles in Body Chart after blocking.

 

Construction Notes

• This hat is worked from brim to crown in the round.

• All rounds on the chart are read from right to left.

• Knitters may consider placing markers between the chart repetitions.