Double Strand Knit Hat
Double Strand Knit Hat- use two strand of yarn at the same time to create this hat that is twice as thick as regular knitting and provides insulation and warmth.
What is Double Strand Knitting?
Double strand is a knitting technique where two strands of yarn are held together and worked as one while knitting. This technique creates a thicker and more durable knit than using a single strand of yarn. It can also change the appearance of the fabric, making it look more substantial, fluffy or warm, depending on the types of yarns used.
This technique can be used in any type of knitting project and is a great way to use up leftover yarns or to add a new texture to a project. It can also be used to create a more consistent gauge when working with handspun or hand-dyed yarns. Double strand knitting can be done by holding the two strands of yarn together and working them as one, or by alternating between the two strands every few stitches.
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Double Strand Knit Hat
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Yarn: Lion Brand Heartland in Dry Tortugas, Redwood and Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in Barley
Needles: Size US 10 straight knitting needles
Gauge: 10 sts and 22 rows = 4 inches in pattern
Size: women’s one size
Pattern instructions:
(This hat is knit flat and then seamed)
With 1 strand each of white and brown held together, cast on 63 sts.
1st row: (RS). K2. *P1. K1. Rep from * to last st. K1.
2nd row: *K1. P1. Rep from * to last st. K1.
Work in this K1, P1 ribbing for 4” inches, ending on a wrong side row. Break the white yarn and attach the green.
Decrease row:
P6. *P2tog. P5. Rep from * to last st. P1. (55 sts)
Work in pattern as follows:
Row 1: (RS). K1. *K1below. K1. Rep from * to end of row.
Row 2: Knit across.
Row 3: K2. *K1below. K1. Rep from * to last st. K1.
Row 4: Knit across.
Repeat these 4 rows until the hat measures 9 1/2 inches from the cast-on edge. End on the 4th row of the pattern.
Shape the crown:
Row 1: (RS). K1. *K1below. K3tog. K1below. K1. Rep from * end of row. (37 sts)
Row 2: Knit across.
Row 3: K2. *K1below. K3tog. Rep from * to last 3 sts. K1below. K2. (21 sts)
Row 4: Knit across.
Row 5: K1. *K1below. K3tog. Rep from * to end of row. (11 sts)
Break yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the end onto a yarn needle and remove the stitches from the knitting needle. Pull to tighten and sew the side seam. Weave in ends.
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