Pathfinder

A hat inspired by maps. Grid lines and squares represent the distance measures on a map and diagonal directions on a compass. There is a repeating Fair Isle style motif around the head using four colours. A contrast colour is used part way through the pattern to create additional interest. Concentric rings reminiscent of contour lines rise up the crown, topped off with a colourful pompom. The pattern also has instructions for a three colour version.

Gauge: 24 stitches & 25rows = 10cm/4ins in pattern.

Yarn: DK weight approx. Four colour option - Colour 1: 55m/60yds, Colour 2: 90m/98yds, C3: 55m/60yds, Colour 4: 30m/32yds. Three colour option - Colour 1: 50m/54yds, Colours 2 & 3: each 90m/98yds.

Yarn suggestions: Jamieson’s of Shetland DK, Stylecraft Special DK, West Yorkshire Spinners Blue Faced Leicester DK.

Jamieson’s of Shetland DK - #102 Shaela, #104 Natural White, #103 Sholmit, #470 Pumpkin.

West Yorkshire Spinners Blue Faced Leicester DK - Burnt Orange, Olive and Ho