Veni Vidi Knitti presents
"That Darn Hat
A simple variation on rice stitch. Very flexible in terms of yarn used and gauge. Great for beginners or if you just need a mindless, TV watching projiect. This pattern is meant for that darn ball of yarn that you picked up just to pickit up. Hey it was one sale! You'll figure out a project eventuall... right?
Required Materials:
Needles: US 7 16" Circular and US 7 DPNS Yarn Used in Samples: Schachenmayr SMC Aventica Other Materials: 10 (or however many multiples of 10 you cast on) markers, tapestry needle for BO Instructions: CO 100 sts (or multiple of 10)
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