George Hat

George is a great project for developing skills in novice knitters because the basket weave pattern introduces use of the purl stitch and gives a good understanding of the right and wrong side of the work. There is no shaping involved, but the construction of the hat still looks very accomplished! The lovely tweed effect is achieved by knitting with two strands of different colour yarn.

George is a really fast project for those with more experience!

“Thank you for your speedy service and the endearing photo of George, shall send the picture when finished.” Glynis L

Photographed in the colours Alpaca Dawn and Alpaca Light
Knitted in Purl Alpaca Designs 100% pure alpaca Fine yarn (Hat weight 100g:  Scarf weight 300g)
Skill level: all
One size
Needle size:
Hat knitted on 6 mm and 7 mm needles (not supplied)
Scarf knitted on 7.5 mm needles (not supplied)
Tension: 12.5 sts and 21 rows to 10cm square over Basket  weave pattern using 7mm needles

Hat
To make this in our woollen spun yarn, click here (You'll need 2 balls - one in each colour)
To make this in our worsted spun yarn, click here (You'll need 2 x 0.5 skeins)
To make this in our alpaca/wool blend, click here (You'll need 2 balls - one in each colour)
To make this in our alpaca/silk blend, click here (You'll need 2 balls - one in each colour)

Scarf
To make this in our woollen spun yarn, click here (You'll need 6 balls - 3 in each colour)
To make this in our worsted spun yarn, click here (You'll need 1.5 skeins in each colour)
To make this in our alpaca/wool blend, click here (You'll need 6 balls - 3 in each colour)
To make this in our alpaca/silk blend, click here (You'll need 6 balls - 3 in each colour)

Please note, if using a different yarn, correct tension must be obtained to make sure George fits properly.