For Shetland Wool Week 2020, designer Wilma Malcolmson crafted Katie's Kep in honor of her mother, Katie, who taught her the art of contrast and blending. Renowned for her skillfully blended Fair Isle knitwear and innovative designs, Wilma Malcolmson's creation shines! This hat features vibrant colors that celebrate both old and new traditional patterns and techniques, promising a long - lasting wool colorwork cap. If you fancy a different color scheme, use Jimmy's Sketchbook with the given yarn amounts and sizing to make a one - of - a - kind piece. Details: Designed by Wilma Malcolmson. Pattern available on the designer's Ravelry page. Size: One. Finished circumference: 22'. You'll need a set of 3 or more US 3 (3.25mm) DPNs or circular needles long enough for magic loop. Also, get stitch markers and a tapestry needle. We suggest using Shetland Spindrift yarn: 2 skeins of yarn A and one skein each of Yarns B, C, D, and E.


To use this Katie's Kep Kit, first, find the pattern on Wilma Malcolmson's Ravelry page. Gather your tools: a set of 3 or more US 3 (3.25mm) DPNs or circular needles long enough for magic loop, stitch markers, and a tapestry needle. Use the recommended Shetland Spindrift yarn as per the amounts specified - 2 skeins of yarn A and one skein each of Yarns B, C, D, and E. If you want a different color, refer to Jimmy's Sketchbook. When knitting, pay attention to the traditional patterns and techniques that bring out the beauty of this hat. After finishing your cap, to maintain it, gently hand - wash it in cool water and lay it flat to dry. Avoid using harsh detergents that could damage the wool.