DATES
Fridays March 7 & 14, 2025 | 1 - 2:30 pm
DESCRIPTION
The Oban Hat by Baby Cocktails pairs traditional 2/2 cables with Garter Stitch and Reverse Stockinette panels around the hat. The deep texture shows well in a round worsted weight yarn. The design is intended to hug the head, with a deep brim that can be folded back or worn down if you prefer your hat with extra slouch. A fuzzy pompom adds a flirty touch, or go without for a unisex version. The pattern offers two sizes: 17.5" and 20" circumference.
This project is a good introduction to traditional cable panels mixed with different texture patterns. The cable pattern is available both written and as a chart. Class will cover how to use both to make the hat.
A little bit of homework will make this class work smoothly. If possible, Cast on for the size you wish to make and work the K1P1 ribbing for that size before class so we can dive right into working the cable pattern . Note that the suggested ribbing length of 2.5" is for a single fold brim; if you want a double fold brim, you will need to to 4 to 5" of ribbing.
MATERIALS NEEDED
Baby Cocktails Oban Hat pattern (included in price of class, printed copy will be provided at 1st class session. We will contact you for your Ravelry account name to provide you with a digital copy through Ravelry.)
Plymouth Encore Worsted , Plymouth Galway Worsted , Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton Worsted , Blue Sky Fibers Woolstock Worsted (50 g) , Plymouth Worsted Merino Superwash , Farm & Fuzzies You're the Worsted
US size 6 (4.0 mm) 16-inch circular for ribbing and body OR SIZE NEEDED TO OBTAIN GAUGE, plus DPNs in same size for crown shaping
Tapestry needle, cable needle, stitch markers, measuring tape, & scissors
SKILLS LEARNED
SKILLS NEEDED
You should already know how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, and some knit in the round experience is helpful but not necessary.
About the teacher: Nancy Vandivert happily admits to being a knitting nerd. She is a TKGA certified Master Hand Knitter and has had patterns published in CAST ON, Interweave Knits magazines, Knitty, Knit Picks, Blue Moon Fiber Arts Rockin’ Sock Club, and Twist Collective. She has taught knitting and crochet in the Rochester, NY area for over 20 years. ........
THE FINE PRINT:
1. Our classes can sell out quickly. If you need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible so we can fill your spot with someone from the waiting list. Refunds will not be given for cancellations within 48 hours of the first class.
2. If fewer than 3 people sign up for any given class, we reserve the right to cancel the class altogether.
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