What you'll need
| One size only: | Size Adult/Medium 56 cm – 58 cm (22 in – 23 in) Width 27.5 cm (11 in)- length 26.5 cm (10.5 in)- circumference 55 cm (22 in) |
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Alize Bella -
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Product Description
The hat can be worn in two ways - as a hanging slouchy one and with an upturn. It is perfect for the spring-autumn period, made of cotton also is for people who are sensitive to woolen or synthetic garments. This pattern is suitable for all standard gauge (4.5 mm, 200 needles) knitting machines. Make a tension swatch before knitting the hat to determine correct tension gauge for the yarn and stitch type. The hat made on knitting machine Brother KH-860 single bed.
Size Adult/Medium 56 cm – 58 cm (22 in – 23 in) Width 27.5 cm (11 in), length 26.5 cm (10.5 in), circumference 55 cm (22 in) Total weight 80 gr (2.82 oz.)
YOU WILL NEED Yarn: Alize Bella (Fingering / sock yarn/ 4 ply / 14 wpi/ 1:superfine) 80 gr of main yarn, 50 gr of auxiliary waste yarn of different color, cast-on comb, transfer needle. Gauge 34 stitches x 45 rows per 10 cm (4 in)
Slouchy beanie hat mens womens cotton lightweight long spring autumn light
Machine Knitting Pattern: Knit Trawler Hat by Dana Young
What Is Being Made
This is a machine knitting pattern for an adult slouchy hat designed by Dana Young and published by HitsKnitsPatterns. The Knit Trawler Hat is a versatile accessory that can be worn in two distinct styles: as a relaxed, hanging slouchy design or with an upturn for a more structured fit. This dual-wear functionality makes it an adaptable piece suitable for transitional seasons, particularly spring and autumn weather.
Garment Specifications
Size: Adult/Medium with a circumference of 55 cm (22 inches). The finished hat measures 27.5 cm (11 inches) in width and 26.5 cm (10.5 inches) in length, with a total weight of approximately 80 grams (2.82 ounces).
Techniques and Machine Requirements
This pattern is specifically designed for standard gauge knitting machines with a 4.5 mm gauge, including the Brother KH-860 single bed machine. Machine knitting requires careful attention to yarn management, as the knitting carriage must have unobstructed yarn movement throughout the process. Knitters are instructed to work slowly, evenly, and carefully to ensure consistent results. Creating a tension swatch before beginning the main project is essential, as achieving the correct tension gauge directly determines whether the finished hat will be the proper size.
Stitches Used
The Knit Trawler Hat features a plain knit stitch construction, making it an ideal intermediate-level project. The straightforward stitch pattern allows machine knitters to focus on tension consistency and proper machine operation while still creating a polished, wearable garment.
Materials and Yarn
The pattern calls for Alize Bella yarn in 4 ply (fingering/sock weight). This yarn choice is particularly suitable for individuals with sensitivities to wool or synthetic fibers, as the pattern notes the hat can be made in cotton. The 4 ply weight provides a lightweight fabric appropriate for the spring-autumn wearing season, creating a comfortable hat that breathes well in transitional weather conditions.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters who have foundational machine knitting experience and are comfortable with tension management and basic machine operations.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Light Fingering, Fingering |
| Pages: | 10 |
| Designer: | Dana Young |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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