La Coupole (Structured)
La Coupole (Structured) is a robust ribbed hat with a pleasing dome shape. This version of the pattern was created for the dense structure of the De Rerum Natura Cyrano yarn. If you are looking to use a softer or less dense yarn with more drape please see the other version of the pattern, La Coupole (Soft).
SIZES
One size, to fit average adult-size head
YARN
1 skein De Rerum Natura Cyrano
(French mérinos d’Arles and Portuguese black merino woolen spun in France; 164 yards/ 150 m per 100 g)
Shown in color Forêt
GAUGE
18 stitches and 25 rounds = 4" in Seeded Rib pattern on larger needle
NEEDLES
Main Fabric Needle: One 16" or 20" circular and one set double-pointed or long circular for magic loop. Suggested size: US 9 (5.5 mm)
Ribbing Needle: One 16" or 20" circular two sizes smaller than gauge needle
Suggested size: US 7 (4.5 mm)
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Circumference at Brim: 18"
Length: 8"
TECHNIQUES
• long-tail cast on
• knitting in the round
• decreasing
NOTIONS AND TOOLS
• stitch markers
• tapestry needle
Earrings shown in pictures are from the amazing Park & Lex Jewelry.
La Coupole (Structured) is a robust ribbed hat with a pleasing dome shape. This version of the pattern was created for the dense structure of the De Rerum Natura Cyrano yarn. If you are looking to use a softer or less dense yarn with more drape please see the other version of the pattern, La Coupole (Soft).
SIZES
One size, to fit average adult-size head
YARN
1 skein De Rerum Natura Cyrano
(French mérinos d’Arles and Portuguese black merino woolen spun in France; 164 yards/ 150 m per 100 g)
Shown in color Forêt
GAUGE
18 stitches and 25 rounds = 4" in Seeded Rib pattern on larger needle
NEEDLES
Main Fabric Needle: One 16" or 20" circular and one set double-pointed or long circular for magic loop. Suggested size: US 9 (5.5 mm)
Ribbing Needle: One 16" or 20" circular two sizes smaller than gauge needle
Suggested size: US 7 (4.5 mm)
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Circumference at Brim: 18"
Length: 8"
TECHNIQUES
• long-tail cast on
• knitting in the round
• decreasing
NOTIONS AND TOOLS
• stitch markers
• tapestry needle
Earrings shown in pictures are from the amazing Park & Lex Jewelry.
La Coupole (Structured) is a robust ribbed hat with a pleasing dome shape. This version of the pattern was created for the dense structure of the De Rerum Natura Cyrano yarn. If you are looking to use a softer or less dense yarn with more drape please see the other version of the pattern, La Coupole (Soft).
SIZES
One size, to fit average adult-size head
YARN
1 skein De Rerum Natura Cyrano
(French mérinos d’Arles and Portuguese black merino woolen spun in France; 164 yards/ 150 m per 100 g)
Shown in color Forêt
GAUGE
18 stitches and 25 rounds = 4" in Seeded Rib pattern on larger needle
NEEDLES
Main Fabric Needle: One 16" or 20" circular and one set double-pointed or long circular for magic loop. Suggested size: US 9 (5.5 mm)
Ribbing Needle: One 16" or 20" circular two sizes smaller than gauge needle
Suggested size: US 7 (4.5 mm)
FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Circumference at Brim: 18"
Length: 8"
TECHNIQUES
• long-tail cast on
• knitting in the round
• decreasing
NOTIONS AND TOOLS
• stitch markers
• tapestry needle
Earrings shown in pictures are from the amazing Park & Lex Jewelry.
