Chapter 1, Pattern 1: Hint Hint.
A one-color brioche hat with an open lace crown and ribbed brim. This is the first pattern of the book, and a fantastic introduction to brioche knitting.
Pattern information:
One Size for Adults
20″ (51 cm) circumference and 10″ (25 cm) height
Yarn
115 yds (105 m) bulky weight
Shown In
2 skeins Onyx Fiber Arts Bulky in Nova (100% Superwash Merino; 106 yds [97 m] per 100 g)
Needles
16″ (40.5 cm) and 40″ (101.5 cm) US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle or US 9 (5.5 mm) DPNs, whichever method you prefer for knitting small circumferences in the round (Adjust the needle size as needed to achieve the proper gauge.)
Tools and Notions
Stitch marker for noting beginning of round
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Row counter (optional)
Gauge
12 stitches and 12 rounds = 4″ (10 cm), measured in even one-color brioche stitch in the round (taken after blocking)
