Helix Pattern, PDF
Lead designer: Shellie Anderson
A functional favorite with a modern twist. Subtle texture adds graphic appeal to this cold-weather staple.
MATERIALS
Shibui Knits Haven
80% Extra Fine Merino
20% Cashmere
160 yds / 50 g
1 skeins
Shibui Knits Silk Cloud
60% Kid Mohair
40% Silk
330 yds / 25 g
1 skein
Haven + Silk Cloud Version Shown in Graphite
*Pattern includes second option of using 1 skein of Lunar with Haven instead of Silk Cloud.
Haven + Lunar Version Shown in Ash
Gauge
17 sts & 24 rnds = 4" in St st af ter blocking, with 1 strand of Haven and 1 strand of Silk Cloud or 1 strand of Haven and 1 strand of Lunar held together, on size 9 needles or size needed to obtain gauge.
Needles & Notions
Size 6 (4mm) 16" circular needle
Size 9 (5.5 mm) 16" circular needle
Size 9 (5.5 mm) DPNS, or 32" or longer circular needle for Magic Loop
Locking stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Sizes
One Size
Finished Dimensions
9" tall
21.25" circumference
Notes
Knit in the round holding 1 strand of Haven and 1 strand of Silk Cloud or 1 strand of Haven and 1 strand of Lunar together throughout. Brim is cast on using the Channel Island Cast-On, creating a picot edge, then worked in Broken Rib Stitch. Broken Rib Stitch is then continued on one half of the hat, following the chart.
