Product Description
The Glass Ceiling Hat is a DK weight beanie that features a simple textured pattern that’s easy memorize once you get going. It results in a very versatile, wearable hat perfect for your male, female or non-binary loved ones. The ribbed effect of the stitch pattern makes for a very stretchy hat, making it great for a gift.
Hat is intended to be worn with 3-4.5 in / 7.5-11.25 cm of negative ease.
This pattern has been tech edited & test knit so you can knit on with confidence, but if you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to message me. Pattern also contains a link to a video tutorial that shows how to do the slipped stitch technique used in this pattern.
Yarn
DK weight yarn. One 100g skein should cover all sizes
Size 2 Sample used 50g, 122 yards / 112 meters
Size 3 Sample used 54g, 132 yards / 120 meters
Glass Ceiling Hat by Jennifer Lassonde
What Is Being Made
The Glass Ceiling Hat is a knitted beanie designed by independent designer Jennifer Lassonde. This hat takes its inspiration from Legacy Fiber Artz yarn in the Glass Ceiling colorway, a yarn introduced in January 2021 that celebrates women in fashion and politics. The hat is available in multiple sizes and is suitable for knitters of all skill levels, making it an accessible project for beginners.
Design Concept and Inspiration
The pattern features slipped stitches that create a visual ladder motif throughout the design. According to the designer, these ladder-like stitches serve as a symbolic representation of career progression and breaking through barriers. The hat encourages knitters to infuse intention and hope into each stitch as a form of mindful crafting and personal empowerment.
Knitting Techniques Used
This beginner-friendly knitting pattern employs slipped stitches as the primary decorative technique. Slipped stitches are a fundamental knitting method where stitches are moved from one needle to another without working through them, creating textured patterns and visual interest without adding complexity. This technique is ideal for knitters new to stitch pattern work, as it builds foundational skills while producing striking visual results.
Stitches and Stitch Patterns
- Slipped stitches form the main pattern element, creating ladder-like vertical lines
- Pattern is worked across multiple sizes with consistent stitch construction
- Suitable for DK weight yarn and US 4 needles
Materials and Yarn Specifications
Yarn: Legacy Fiber Artz DK weight yarn in the Glass Ceiling colorway. This yarn is composed of 75% wool and 25% nylon, providing durability and elasticity. One skein of 100 grams containing 245 yards (224 meters) is sufficient for all hat sizes. The Size 2 sample required approximately 50 grams of yarn, while the Size 3 sample used 54 grams.
Needles: US 4 (3.7 mm) needles are used for this project. The pattern accommodates multiple sizes, allowing customization for different head measurements.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent choice for knitters who are new to hat construction or stitch pattern work. The straightforward slipped stitch technique requires minimal prior experience while delivering professional-looking results.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Jennifer Lassonde |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | 6 (7, 8, 9) stitch markers + 1 unique removeable stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round, tapestry needle, scissors. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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