Tall Enough
The hat is almost done, which means we’re in that awkward phase where I wonder constantly if it’s tall enough and try it on every few rows.
I want to do Really Fast Decreases on this hat, the sort that happen over just a few rows (like maybe 7?), and that means the hat doesn’t get any taller during the decreases. In fact, because they happen quickly enough that they sort of gather the fabric at the top of the hat together, they actually use up a bit of the height you’ve already created.
I used to give myself fits trying to figure out how tall to make hats like this (with very fast decreases), until I figured out the trick. I put all of the stitches on two needles, then try the hat on. If it comes down as low as I like it, it’s perfect. If not, it needs to be taller.
Holding the stitches on two needles like that does a good job of simulating the fabric that will be gathered up in the fast decreases. It leads to much less swearing and ripping! What about you guys, how do you know when your hats are tall enough?
And for anyone asking, the yarn is Tosh Merino Light in Calligraphy, and there will be a pattern down the road a bit, but I have to finish it first (if you want to hear from me when it is out, you can make that happen over here)!
I may be as excited as you are about this pattern! I lovelovelove it.
Quite lovely.
So pretty! I’d love to test knit this for you!
I knit hats on 16″ circulars typically and I just try it on repeatedly while folding the fabric in. Basically the same way you do!
What a stunning hat and fabulous yarn
Please let me know when pattern is out, thanks
Love love love this!
Thanks for the info. Looking forward to the pattern!
A beautiful stitch pattern – must say a fantastic pattern
Love the hat. Please let me know where I can get the pattern.
Wow! It’s so pretty. I want to make it!
Love the look! I’d like info on the pattern when it’s ready.
I love this pattern. Where can I get the pattern?
This would also make a cute ponytail hat.
Such a beautiful hat. Can’t wait for. You to release the pattern.
Can u tell me the name of the stitch ur using please? It’s very pretty!
I don’t know that it has a name, it’s just something I came up with as I was playing around.
It’s beautiful!
Beautiful!! Can’t wait till you release the pattern.
What a beautiful pattern. Are you making the hat for a woman or man? How experienced a knitter do you have to be to make this hat?
The pattern of stitch is so perfect, I like to try new things even before I accomplish my currant. Oh well, I decided that’s just how I am ?
I need that pattern in my life! So pretty!
This hat is gorgeous! I absolutely love!
Stunning!!!!!! I would love to try this!
I love the rib pattern. Beautiful hat!
Love love love
Can you knot the hat in the round?
I read, when I was new to knitting, that when the hat measures from the base of your palm to the top of your middle finger it’s ready to start your decreases. It has worked well for me many times.