Pier + Metton Hat Knitting Pattern

Pier + Metton in Mode at Rowan Alpaca Haze

Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern collection features two sophisticated designs created by Martin Storey and Quail Studio: the Pier Shawl and the Metton Hat. Both projects showcase elegant construction techniques using Rowan Alpaca Haze yarn, a luxurious fiber that creates beautifully draping garments. These designs are suitable for advanced beginners who have mastered fundamental knitting skills and are ready to work with lace charts and seamless construction methods.

Pier Shawl

What is Being Made: The Pier Shawl is a large triangular wrap designed by Martin Storey, measuring an impressive 233 cm (91¾ inches) wide along the longer edge and 83 cm (32¾ inches) deep. This substantial shawl provides generous coverage and makes an elegant statement piece suitable for layering or wearing as a dramatic wrap.

Techniques Used: The Pier Shawl employs several advanced knitting techniques including seamless circular construction, strategic decreasing at edges to shape the triangular silhouette, and intricate lace chart work. The pattern begins with a large cast-on of 512 stitches and incorporates garter stitch borders on either side of the lace pattern to frame the design. Decreases are worked strategically—first at alternating rows for 42 rows, then on every following row—to gradually reduce the stitch count from 510 stitches down to the final 3 stitches that are bound off. The shawl is worked flat using a circular needle, with the lace chart repeated 23 times across the width.

Stitches Used: The primary stitches include garter stitch (knit every row) for the border sections, stockinette stitch as a base, and lace stitches worked from a detailed chart. Decreasing techniques include knit two together through the back loop (K2tog tbl) and knit three together (K3tog) for shaping the crown. The lace chart spans 22 stitches and is worked over 148 rows, repeated twice throughout the shawl construction.

Materials: The Pier Shawl requires Rowan Alpaca Haze yarn (25 grams, photographed in the Cocoa 016 colorway) and 3.25mm (US 3) circular needles measuring at least 160 cm in length. The finished tension is 22 stitches and 37 rows to 10 cm over the pattern chart when worked on 3.25mm needles.

Metton Hat

What is Being Made: The Metton Hat is a seamless, fitted hat design created by Quail Studio. This hat is worked flat rather than in the round, making it accessible for knitters who prefer working with straight needles. The hat features a classic construction with ribbed cuff and stockinette stitch body, culminating in a shaped crown.

Techniques Used: The Metton Hat demonstrates seamless flat construction, beginning with a ribbed cuff that provides stretch and a secure fit. The pattern uses needle size changes to transition from the fitted ribbing to the main body fabric, a common technique for creating definition between different sections. Crown shaping is achieved through strategic decreases that gradually reduce the stitch count. The hat is worked with yarn held double, which creates a denser, warmer fabric suitable for winter wear.

Stitches Used: The Metton Hat primarily uses knit and purl stitches in a 1x1 ribbed pattern for the cuff section, providing elasticity and comfort around the head. The main body is worked in stockinette stitch (knit on right-side rows, purl on wrong-side rows), which creates a smooth, classic appearance. The crown shaping involves decreases that are worked according to the pattern instructions to create a fitted top.

Materials: The Metton Hat requires Rowan Alpaca Haze yarn (25 grams, photographed in the Silk 013 colorway) held double throughout construction. Two needle sizes are needed: 3.25mm (US 3) needles for the ribbed cuff section and 4mm (US 6) needles for the main body and crown shaping. Both needles are used in the flat version configuration. The hat measures 18 cm from the cast-on edge to the beginning of crown shaping, with the ribbed cuff measuring 2 cm.

General Pattern Information

Both designs in this collection showcase the versatility and luxury of Rowan Alpaca Haze, a premium yarn that creates beautifully draping, soft garments. The pattern difficulty is rated as advanced beginner, indicating that while these projects require familiarity with fundamental knitting techniques, they introduce slightly