This gorgeous hat brings to mind the image of rabbit tracks running through a new layer of snow. The plaited cables are interspersed with delicate lace insets in this warm and cozy beanie. If you are short on time, SweetGeorgia Yarns Creekside Cables Hat makes a perfect last-minute gift that the recipient will surely cherish for years to come.

This pattern is a downloadable PDF.

YARN
1 skein SweetGeorgia Yarns Superwash DK in Glacier or Tumbled Stone,
OR
1 skein SweetGeorgia Yarns Tough Love Sock in Botanical, held double

NEEDLES
US 7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular needles and US 7 (4.5 mm) double-pointed needles.

NOTIONS
1 stitch marker, cable needle, tapestry needle

SIZE
Fits an Adult Small/Medium head (approximately 20-inch head)

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
16” brim circumference, unstretched
8.5” deep (7.5” not including ribbing)

GAUGE
6.5 sts and 8 rows per inch in cable and lace pattern, relaxed after blocking.

SKILL
Intermediate