Fool of a Toque

Kits

Pattern
Throw yourself in next time. Or just make this hat to keep your Hobbit ears warm. It’s the perfect cap for getting into mischief, and it knits up quickly enough that you’ll be done in no time and ready to keep up with Master Peregrin while he fulfills his duties as soldier of Gondor and Thain of the Shire. This hat is knit in the round with a nice deep brim that folds double for extra warmth around the ears.

Construction
The Fool of a Toque begins with a tubular cast-on that leads into a generous brim with 2x2 ribbing. Then the all-over cable pattern is worked for the remainder of the hat, incorporating crown decreases into the cable pattern for a tidy crown.

Sizes
One Size

Finished Measurements
A - Circumference - 19in (47.5cm)
B - Depth - 11in (27.5cm) - (modifiable depending on how much ribbing you knit and how deeply you fold the brim)

Gauge
26 sts x 28 rounds = 4in (10cm) in 2x2 ribbing knit in the round after blocking
28 sts x 26 rounds = 4in (10cm) in cable pattern knit in the round after blocking

Yarn
Green sample uses
Refracted Light Fiber Arts - Rivendell DK
(246yds [225m], 100g)
1 skein - colorway “The Party Tree”

Grey sample uses
Refracted Light Fiber Arts - Erebor DK
(223 yds [200m], 100g)
1 skein - colorway "Bare"

To substitute, use
DK Yarn - 220-240yds (210m)
Note: yardage needed will vary depending on gauge and depth of brim.

Needles
US 4 (3.5mm) 16in (40cm) circular needles
or size needed to obtain gauge

Notions
Stitch marker
Blocking mat

Yarn
Rivendell DK - 100% fine Merino
Erebor DK - 80% Corriedale / 20% Gotland

I rinse and wash my yarns thoroughly, but colors may still bleed a little. Please wash your knits in cold water, with mild soap.

I also take great care when photographing my yarns and retouching images to represent their color accurately. Please remember, however, that colors may vary from one monitor to another.

Tea Blend
A caffeine-free custom tea blend inspired by Pippin. Flavors of rooibos, chocolate, peppermint. Packet contains approximately 0.5oz loose-leaf tea. Brews 2-4 cups or approximately one pot.

Stitch Marker Set
Set of 6 maple-wood stitch markers. Fits needles up to use size US7 (4.5mm).

"Fool of a Toque" Sticker
Vinyl sticker. Approximately 3in (7.5cm) square.

Kits include one skein of yarn and a PDF copy of the Fool of Toque pattern. You also have the option to add on any of three goodies: a tea blend, sticker, or stitch marker set. More info below.

If you would like the pattern added to your Ravelry library after purchase, please email me at info@refractedlighfiberarts.com. Continue reading for pattern and yarn details.