Ghost Ranch is a really fun way to explore color and texture using the Mosaic knitting method. This hat begins with a two-color brioche rib that is then rolled up and transitioned into the textural Mosaic pattern. The Ghost Ranch colorway of Spincycle's Dyed in the Wool was created especially for this project and inspired by Andrea's time in the New Mexico desert.
Finished Measurements
Circumference - 18”/46 cm
Height - 7.5”/19 cm
Yarn
Main Color (MC) - Approx. 160 yds/146 m of Fingering/Sport
Contrast Color (CC) - Approx. 160 yds/146 m of Light DK
Suggested Yarn
MC - Spincycle Yarns Dyed in the Wool Sport Weight (100% superwashed American Wool, 200 yds)
1 skein Ghost Ranch (multi-colored)
CC - Spincycle Yarns Versus DK Weight (100% fine wool blend, 200 yds)
1 skein Slow & Steady (light grey marl)
Suggested Needles
Size US 2/2.75 mm - 16”/40 cm circular
Size US 4/3.5 mm - 16”/40 cm circular
Size US 4/3.5 mm - DPNs (or a longer circular for magic loop)
Use the needle size you need to achieve gauge.
Notions:
Stitch marker (4)
Tapestry Needle
Gauge:
26 sts & 36 rows = 4”/10 cm
Measured over two color brioche rib in the round using smaller needle.
Techniques to Indulge In:
Two color brioche in the round
Two color tubular cast on OR Twisted german cast on (video tutorials included)
Mosaic Knitting
Slipping Stitches
Decreasing
Knitting
Purling
Images courtesy of Andrea Mowry