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Free Hat Pattern
Free Cowl Pattern

The Back It Up Hat & Cowl Set are here to bring you all the stylish cozy warmth you could ever need. Reversible and super fun to make and wear! Make them in contrasting colors so this one set will always go with any of your favorite outfits.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate

Materials:

C1: Wool of the Andes - 1 skein (shown in Cloud)
C2: Simply Wool Twist - 1 skein (Shown in Wallace)
US size 6/4mm and US8/5mm 32” (or longer circulars to work in magic loop) US 8 / 5 mm dpns
US H/ 8 5 mm crochet hook
Place markers
Tapestry needle to weave ends
Stitch holder
Fasteners or safety pins

Gauge: 20 sts x 24 rows in stockinette stitch = 4” sq. Abbreviations:

K – knit
P – purl
BO – Bind Off
PCO – Provisional Cast On st(s)- stitch (es)
pm - place marker
k2tog – knit 2together yo2x – yarn over 2 times

Finished Hat Size: Circumference: 19” (48 cm) [stretch to 21” (53 cm) Height: Brim to peak approx. 8”

Finished Cowl Size: Circumference 25” (63.5 cm) Height: 9.5” (24 cm)

About The Designer:
Born in Pakistan and educated in Asia, Europe and the United States, Afifa currently lives in California. Her work is informed by all these cultures. Passionate about bringing together elements of classic design from a variety of sources to create something new and original, she brings a modern sensibility and love of construction to the art of knitting.  Since 2015, she has published a full wardrobe of garments from fingerless mittens, cowls, hats, scarves, shawls, sweaters, and more. She conducts knitting workshops seasonally,  regularly contributes promotional designs for some of California’s favorite local yarn shops, and has  collaborated with many independent dyers across the country.

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