THE VEGETARIAN (TASTY ANIMALS) HAT
Are you tired of explaining to non-vegetarians what you won't eat? Or do you feel the need to show the world what animals you find the most delicious? After a doctor tried to convince me that organic chicken was an acceptable alternative protein source for vegetarians, I decided it was time to design a hat with the furry, feathery and scaly critters we vegies do not eat. Best part is that this hat will also work for my omnivore friends who really love their bacon, prime rib, hot wings and sashimi. whether you see it as a show of love for the creatures you refuse to ingest or as a menu suggestion, I know you'll enjoy wearing this hat and explaining what it means to your doctors, cooks, friends and family! There are four animal charts included so you can pick your favorites and size it to your own preference. The small size (shown in blue) has two animal charts for those who prefer a more traditional fitting hat. The large size (shown in brown) is knit up with three animal charts for a slouchy effect. You could even knit all four charts if you like a really slouchy hat. Each animal chart requires about 40yds of fingering weight yarn so this is the perfect project to use your sock yarn leftovers.
SIZE
Adult Small [Large] FINISHEDMEASUREMENTS Circumference (unstretched): 21 [24] inches Length: 8.5 [10] inches
MATERIALS
Hazel Knits Artisan Sock [90% superwash merino, 10% nylon; 400yd/365.8m per 120g skein] [MC] Jay Blue [Chocolatier] [CC1] Red Carpet [Tulip] [CC2] Hoppy Blonde [Stick o' Butter] [CC3] [Rogue Orange] [CC4] [Beachglass] 1 set Us #2.5/3mm double-point needles 16 inch length-inch Us #1.5/2.5mm circular needle 16 inch length-inch Us #2.5/3mm circular needle Tapestry needle, stitch marker GAUGE 28 sts/38 rows = 4 inches in stranded stockinette
PATTERN NOTES Basket Rib Pattern Round 1 [CC]: (Slip 1, kl) around. Round 2: (Slip 1 wyib, pl) around. Round 3 [MC]: Knit. Round 4: Knit.
PATTERN
Using MC and smaller needle, CO 146[168] sts. Place marker and join to begin working in the round, being careful not to twist. Start 1xl rib pattern, as follows: (K1, pl) to end. Repeat 1x1 rib for two more rounds. Work Basket Rib Pattern, rounds 1-4. Repeat three more times, using the same CC (as seen in the small hat) or changing the CC (as seen in the large hat). Increase 1 [o] sts in the final round. Change to larger needles, begin Chart A in MC and CC1, working the 21-st chart 7[8] times around. Work Chart B, C, D or E in MC and the appropriate CC, working the 21-st chart 7[8] times around. Repeat with a different chart, once for a traditional hat, twice for a slouchy hat and three times for a super slouchy hat. Work Chart A in MC and CC1. Begin decreasing as follows:
Round 1: Sl1 from previous round to left needle, (k2tog, k12) to last 5[0] sts, k5[0]. Round 2 and all even rounds: K to last st, sll to left needle to start the next round. Round 3: (K2tog, k11) around to last 4[0] sts, k4[0]. Round 4: (K2tog, k10) around to last 3[0] sts, k3[0]. Round 5: (K2tog, k9) around to last 2[0] sts, k2[0]. Round 6: (K2tog, k8) around to last 1[0] sts, kl [0]. Round 7: (K2tog, k7) around. Round 8: (K2tog, k6) around to last 1[0] sts, kl [0]. Round 9: (K2tog, k5) around to last 1[0] sts, k1[0]. Round 10: (K2tog, k4) around to last 1 [0] sts, k1 [0] . Round 11: (K2tog, k3) around to last 1[0] sts, k1 [0]. Round 12: (K2tog, k2) around to last 1[0] sts, k1 [0]. Round 13: (K2tog, k1) around to last 1[0] sts, k1 [0]. Round 14: K2tog around to last 1 [0] sts, k1 [0]. 11[12] sts remain. Cut a 12" tail and thread through the remaining stitches. Pul tight to close and sew in end.
FINISHING
Weave in ends and block.
ABOUT LIE.SIT.KNIT!
Dorie Lysaght loves all forms of fiber and spends her days coming up with new, humorous ways to use it. She lives near Seattle, wA, with her husband and two helpful cats. You can find her on Ravelry as LieSitKnit or SweetBeej and on Twitter as LieSitKnit. Copyright 2011 Dorie Lysaght. All rights reserved. This pattern is for personal use only, no products may be made for re-sale using this pattern.
