Tweedy Tam
I had a ball of Rowan Felted Tweed leftover from my Tyrolean sweater, since I decided not to do the embroidery. It was just the perfect amount for a new hat.
I found a free pattern on Ravelry, called Tweedy Tam by Lydia McNeil. It is such a quick, easy and adorable pattern, I highly recommend it. This tam was finished in under a week.
I wove a doubled strand of thin black elastic on the inside edge. It makes the hat stay on perfectly, and is comfortable even if I put all my hair into the hat.
I decreased the top a bit earlier th an the pattern called for, since I don't like when hats look like teats. (Sorry, I'm from South Florida, we're boob obsessed).
If I were to do it over, I would make it larger. That's not necessarily the patterns fault, though. I don't think I increased enough stitches, and didn't pay attention to the gauge. Please note, the pattern is written well, any mistakes are my fault!
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4 comments:
SWEET! That took you no time at all and looks adorable :) Is the blue one for me?
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! I wish I knew how to read the pattern (actually, my knit group is going to meet in Jan for a spinning demo, I'll ask someone). My boyfriend does not wear scarves, but said that if I started making hats he would wear them.
Oooh! If it really is easy, I might just try this one after the holidays have passed. It is so stinkin' cute on you. I love the swirly pattern on top. And that color is yummy.
Perfect! Don't you love quick projects that also use up leftovers? I have a few berets/tams on my list to make. You have inspired me to get a move on!
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