Corrimony Hat

This unisex hat, inspired by the landscape of the Scottish Highlands, is perfect for keeping out the chill on a long walk in the hills.

Size: To fit head circumference 47.5 (52.5, 57.5) cm / 19 (21, 23) in.

Yarn: Jamieson and Smith 2ply Jumperweight 25g = 114m / 115yds 1 (1, 1) ball in Red shade 93 (MC) 1 (1, 1) ball in Dark Grey shade 81 (CC1) 1 (1, 1) ball in Mid Grey shade 54 (CC2) 1 (1, 1) ball in Pale Grey shade 27 (CC3)

When choosing a yarn to substitute, select a sticky wool yarn. I would recommend a woolen spun yarn as this will allow show the Fair Isle pattern to the best advantage.

Techniques: Stranded fair-isle, reading charts, knitting in the round.