ASHLEY RAO HANDKNITS

An unusual slip-stitch color pattern forms the basis of this brown and white herringbone cloche, inspired by 1920s resort fashion.  Each set of four pattern rnds is worked in one color only, with the alternate color carried up by slipped stitches to create a dense, structured fabric.   A narrow brim and wide hatband evoke flapper styling.

 

Originally published in Knitscene Spring 2013.

 

Colorwork Technique

slip-stitch

 

Finished Size

20" circumference, 9" tall

 

Yarn

Nazli Gelin Garden 5

This hat uses fine, inelastic cotton yarns to create delicate color patterning and a structured cloche shape.  Finished with heavy starch.

 

Needles
US 2 - 2.75 mm