Like the golden leaves of autumn, this hat captivates with a crisp, vibrant beauty. Understated mini-bobbles sparkle against an oversized rib background, reminiscent of falling leaves in the forest. Much like a great elm tree, this hat maintains an elegant simplicity in its stitches. It’s sure to have a timeless appeal that you’ll treasure for years to come.
Gold Leaf Designed by Rachel Brockman
DIFFICULTY Easy
SIZES Adult Small (Medium, Large) Shown in Adult Medium size.
MATERIALS Universal Yarn Noelle (29% polyester, 26% baby alpaca, 26% merino wool, 19% nylon; 50g/208 yds) • 302 Linette – 1 ball (all sizes) Needle: US Size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” circular US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers
GAUGE 25 sts x 31 rows = 4” in Gold Leaf patt with larger ndl Save time, check your gauge.
PATTERN NOTES This hat is knit in the round from the bottom up. The doubled brim is achieved by working folding the work up and towards the inside of the work, then working each live stitch with a stitch from the cast-on edge together.