Beitidh Fair Isle Hat Pattern

Beitidh - pronounced B-EH-Tiy, is the Gaelic derivative of the English name Betsy and Scottish equivalent of Betty.

This is a loose fitting, slouchy style Fair Isle hat, knitted in an all-over design and finished with a wheel pattern crown. Using stranded knitting and working in the round and suitable for those with some experience, the skill level for this design is classed as Intermediate.

The Fair Isle design is worked from a chart and colours can be changed as required.

The samples shown were worked in either two or four colours, in slightly differing weights of 4-ply yarn, using 2.75mm and 3.25mm circular and double-pointed needles.

Version 1 - 2-Colour Version - Cotswold 4-ply (350m/100g)

50g (175m) in Yarn 1 (Midnight Storm), 50g (175m) in Yarn 2 (Soft Greens). My sample used a total of approximately 65g

Version 2 - 4-Colour Version - Blue Faced Leicester 4-ply (400m/100g) (you could also use Shetland 2-ply Jumper Weight)

20g (80m) in Yarn 1 (Deep Purple Dreams), 20g (80m) in Yarn 2 (Evening on the Moors), 20g (80m) in Yarn 3 (Faded Moss), 20g (80m) in Yarn 4 (Lilac Skies). My sample used a total of approximately 55g

To fit an average adult head, circumference approximately 56-59cm (22-23 inches). Length from crown to cast on edge: Version 1 approximately 25.5cm (10 inches), Version 2 approximately 22cm (8.75 inches).

The lace pattern is both charted and written in full.

This pattern is copyright Julie Harris Designs and for personal use only, and may not be copied or distributed without my permission. Knitted items made from this pattern may not be sold or produced commercially.

PLEASE NOTE: This listing is for a knitting pattern only. Knitted items shown are NOT for sale.