Knit a warm, handsome cap in five sizes (XS/S/M/L/XL) in luscious yarn that any member of the family will love. The Happy Dog Cap is just what’s needed for dog walking, snow sports, and other cold weather adventures, with a wide folded brim and rich cable texture.
is our favorite Happy Dog yarn choice, offering crisp stitch definition, soft springy fabric, and a snug fit. The brim and body lengths of this cap are easily adjusted to create a slouchy style.
Kit includes PDF pattern.
Kit is available in two sizes (see size information below):
Small for cap sizes XS, S, and M (1 4oz skein)
Large for cap sizes L and XL (one 4 oz skein and one 2 oz skein)
Finished cap size:
12.5(14, 15.5, 17, 18.5) inches in brim circumference (unstretched), stretches to fit heads measuring up to 19.5(21, 22.5, 24, 26) inches around
Yarn Requirement: 190(225, 270, 310, 360) yards
Gauge:
22 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches in stockinette on larger needle (knit flat; unblocked)
32 sts and 30 rows = 4 inches in cable pattern on larger needle (washed fabric; unstretched)
Needles:
size 5US (3.75 mm) 16-inch circular needle and DPNs (or size to obtain correct gauge)
size 3US (3.25 mm) 16-inch circular needle for brim (or .5 mm smaller than gauge needle)