The Yarnistas can’t resist a good make-a-long, particularly at this time of year. There’s nothing more fun than rewarding the holiday bustle with a quick-finish cast on over the break. Spincycle is currently hosting a Plump-A-Long (with prizes!), featuring a delightful new pattern by Park Williams (her 50th!) and their scrumptiously squishy Spincycle Plump. The Gushy Garter Hat takes simple garter stitch in the round and adds a delightful accent stitch on the side to create some visual interest. Simple and quick, on US 10½ (6.5 mm) needles, this project will fly off your needles. The garter stitch fabric creates a supple, soft, and squishable fabric that is a delight to wear. Designed to be worn with or without a pom-pom, we think that after you knit this, this might become your new favorite hat.
Gushy Garter Hat
Sizing and Measurements
Child(Adult S/M, Adult L/XL)
- Circumference: 18(21, 23) inches; 45.5(53.5, 58.5) cm
- To fit head up to: 20(23, 25) inches; 51(58.5, 63.5) cm
Yarn
We recommend using Spincycle Plump (100% American Sourced Wool, 100 yards per 50g skein), available in-store and online.
- Child 140 yards with a pom pom / 80 yards without a pom pom
- Adult S/M: 195 yards with a pom pom / 135 yards without a pom pom
- Adult L/XL: 230 yards with a pom pom / 170 without a pom pom
Needles and Notions
- US 10½ (6.5 mm) 16″ circular or magic loop
- US 10½ (6.5 mm) double-pointed needles or magic loop
- Tapestry needle
Gauge
12 stitches & 28 rows/4” on a US 10.5 / 6.5mm, garter stitch in the round.
