Hat old rose with braids

Hat "Old Rose" with Braids – Knitting Pattern by Olga Kudrjavceva

What is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern creates a classic fitted hat in the "Old Rose" colorway, designed by independent designer Olga Kudrjavceva. The finished hat measures approximately 20 cm (8 inches) in width and 24 cm (9.6 inches) in height after blocking. The design features decorative braids as a key design element, making it a stylish accessory suitable for various seasons depending on yarn choice.

Craft and Technique

This is a knitting project worked primarily in the round using a spiral construction method. The spiral knitting technique allows for seamless construction without visible seams, creating a smooth, professional finish. The pattern is classified as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience beyond basic techniques. The spiral method requires attention to stitch placement and pattern continuity, but the overall skill level is described as manageable for intermediate crafters.

Stitches and Pattern Details

While the PDF excerpt does not specify individual stitch abbreviations in detail, the pattern employs standard knitting stitches worked on circular needles to create the hat's structure. The braided design element is incorporated into the overall stitch pattern. Stitch markers are essential tools for this project, used to track pattern repeats and maintain consistency when working in spirals.

Materials and Tools Required

• Yarn: Drops Baby Alpaca Silk (70% Alpaca, 30% Silk) in colorway 3125 Old Rose; 150 grams total (approximately 167 meters per 50 grams)
• Needles: KnitPro Zing Sock needles, 3.00 mm (US 2.5) size, 20 cm (7.9 inches) length for the main knitting
• Additional Needles: Drops Pro Classic needles, 3.00 mm (US 2.5) size, 40 cm (16 inches) length
• Gauge: 40 stitches x 40 rows over 10 cm (4 inches) square
• Additional Tools: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, thimble needle, and stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats

Yarn Weight and Fiber Content

The pattern specifies sport weight yarn in the form of Drops Baby Alpaca Silk. This luxurious blend of alpaca and silk creates a soft, breathable fabric with excellent drape and a subtle sheen. The alpaca content provides warmth and softness, while the silk adds durability and a refined appearance. The pattern notes that alternative yarns with different gauges may be substituted, though this will affect the final measurements of the finished hat.

Pattern Format and Designer Information

This is Knitting Project №36, a downloadable PDF pattern created by designer Olga Kudrjavceva and published under the oZiLand label. The pattern is for personal use only and includes comprehensive instructions for creating this elegant hat design. The copyright notice indicates the pattern was created in 2018 and remains the intellectual property of the designer.