I received a request for “a man’s black toque with a roll-up cuff”. This gave me latitude to try out a new technique. I took my lead from a design for a classic beanie by rich textures CROCHET. Rather than working top down or bottom up, the hat is constructed crocheting sideways. The finished panel is sewn together in a seam and cinched together in a loop at the top.
The yarn that I chose is a black tweed organic wool/viscose blend. In a double knitting weight, I knew that the cuff would not be too bulky. In fact, the yarn is light enough that it can be turned up once for a slouchy beanie look or twice for a closer fitting toque.
I adapted the original pattern for a wider ribbed look. The ribbing allows for a little or a lot of stretch and makes this hat almost a “one size fits all”. Although crocheted, it bears resemblance to a knitted hat. It is both versatile and classic.
Hats by Tracy J 
Love this yarn, Tracy!
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