Hat & Cowl with Lace Pattern in BC Garn Baby Alpaca - 3095BC - Downloadable PDF

Hat & Cowl with Lace Pattern in BC Garn Baby Alpaca — Pattern 3095BC by Emilie Fauerskov

This free downloadable knitting pattern by designer Emilie Fauerskov, published as pattern number 3095BC by BC Garn, includes instructions for two coordinating accessories: a lace-patterned hat and a lace-patterned cowl. Both pieces are worked in the same yarn and share a unified aesthetic, making them an ideal set for cooler weather. The pattern is rated intermediate in difficulty, making it well suited to knitters who are comfortable with basic lace techniques and working in the round.

About the Hat

The hat is knitted in a one-size format with a finished circumference of approximately 54 cm. It is worked in the round on a 3.5 mm circular needle (40 cm) and a set of double-pointed needles (DPNs) — equivalent to US size 4 or UK size 9 — with the DPNs used as the crown decreases reduce the stitch count. A stitch marker is required to mark the beginning of rounds.

The hat uses 50 g of BC Garn Baby Alpaca in shade au116. This yarn is a luxuriously soft 3-ply (lace weight) baby alpaca yarn, known for its lightweight warmth, natural sheen, and gentle drape — qualities that make it particularly well suited to delicate lace knitting. The tension for the ribbed section is 24 stitches × 30 rounds = 10 × 10 cm on 3.5 mm needles.

About the Cowl

The cowl is also a one-size design with a finished circumference of approximately 65 cm. It is worked on a 4.5 mm circular needle (40 cm), or optionally a set of DPNs — equivalent to US size 7 or UK size 7. A stitch marker is again recommended. The cowl requires 100 g of BC Garn Baby Alpaca in shade au116, reflecting its larger dimensions and more open lace structure.

The tension for the lace section of the cowl is 20 stitches × 23 rounds = 10 × 10 cm on 4.5 mm needles. The larger needle size and looser gauge allow the lace pattern to open up beautifully, showcasing the natural drape and softness of the baby alpaca fibre.

Techniques and Stitches Used

Both the hat and the cowl incorporate a combination of ribbing and lace patterning, giving each piece a structured yet delicate finish. The rib section provides elasticity and a snug fit at the edges, while the lace body adds visual interest and an elegant, airy texture.

• Knit (K) and Purl (P) — the foundational stitches used throughout ribbing and stockinette sections
• Stockinette stitch (St st) — knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side, used as a base fabric element
• Yarn over (Yo) — the primary method for creating decorative eyelets within the lace pattern
• K2tog (Knit two stitches together) — a right-leaning decrease used to shape the lace motifs and the hat crown
• Psso (Pass slipped stitch over) — a left-leaning decrease used in combination with slipped stitches within the lace pattern
• P2tog tbl (Purl two stitches together through the back loops) — a twisted decrease used for refined shaping within the lace
• Increases (Inc) and Decreases (Dec) — used for shaping, particularly at the crown of the hat
• Working in the round — both pieces are knitted circularly, using circular needles and DPNs as appropriate

Lace knitting in the round is a rewarding technique for intermediate knitters. Because the work is never turned, the knitter always works from