What is an 1898 hat?
The construction of this hat was inspired by one pictured in a magazine published around 1910. Knitting the headband side to side provides a double layer of garter stitch to keep the ears warm, and allows for easy shaping of the earflaps.
What is fisherman’s rib in knitting?
The fisherman’s rib stitch is a reversible pattern that creates a thick fabric with lots of volume and horizontal stretch. It is a great stitch for scarves, hats and sweaters.
Is there an alternative to provisional cast on?
When it’s time to pick up the live cast on stitches, just snip the waste yarn every few stitches and pick up the live stitches. Use a smaller circumference needle to do this, but remember to work onto the appropriate size needle.
Can you knit a hat for a seafarer?
Seafarers and inland river mariners who work on the world’s oceans and on the American inland river system sometimes go unnoticed, but their efforts make a big difference in our world. Learn more here. Join us! Knit a hat, scarf, vest or socks, and join the thousands of other knitters warming hearts of mariners at Christmastime.
Are there any free patterns for seamen’s church?
The Seamen’s Church Institute has offered up 5 free suggested patterns for us and we’ve paired them with yarn recommendations, keeping in mind the environment the mariners are working in. We hope you’ll join us and cast on for a cause.
What to knit for sailors at Christmas at sea?
Knit a hat, scarf, vest or socks, and join the thousands of other knitters warming hearts of mariners at Christmastime. Visit us on Facebook or the Christmas at Sea Blog.
Can you knit a hat with Jimmy Beans Wool?
To sweeten the pot, if you knit a hat with yarn purchased from Jimmy Beans Wool and submit it to the Christmas at Sea program, we’ll reimburse you with account credit for 20% of the costs! Simply take a photo of your garment & your JBW receipt and contact our customer service team, we’ll handle the rest!
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