Tremblant Hat
A fun and cosy hat with an added touch of whimsical flair. Chevron patterning is used both as a smaller scale around the hat and a larger scale feature as a panel. Worked in just two colours, the stranded colour work floats add an extra layer of warmth. The top of the hat is completed by making I-cords that spill from the crown. This is an optional detail which could also be worked as short cords, knotted together for a less whimsical look. It could also be easily lengthened to give a more slouchy look.
For those of you who haven’t had the pleasure of meeting and knowing Fiona, we are pleased to introduce her through this Designer Spotlight.
What was the inspiration behind your Tremblant Hat pattern?
I often work in series, playing around with an idea or a type of patterning, experimenting with it in different ways. It becomes my focus for however long it fascinates me. Recently I’ve developed a thing for chevron or herringbone patterning. I was staying in Mont Tremblant recently and saw a really cool graphic chevron patterned carpet. I had to try out the patterning in colour work using just two colours to maintain the graphic look. Devising two different scales of the patterning is part of my “working in series”.
The I-cord tie at the top adds the perfect touch of whimsey to your Tremblant Hat. Have you used this design element before? We are thinking it should become a go-to for everyone!
I LURVE I-cords and I’ve made them ever since I was little, on a spool (remember those?). When I began delving deeper into cable patterning, I used them to figure out the path of the cords. So, it was a natural step to add them to the actual garment. I-cords work well with cables because it gives the impression of them spilling out of the fabric. I used the same reasoning for adding them to the crown of this hat…both colours spilling out of the chevrons.
Here are some examples of other designs where I used I-cords as embellishment:
What else is on your needles for fall/winter knitting?
I have a bunch of small shawls on the go, I’m intending to wear them as scarves/cowls if I ever finish any of them. I may also start some fingerless mitts - I love them to keep the chill from finding its way up my sleeves. So, I guess I’m like many knitters and into smaller accessory projects.
Any special recipe you’d like to share as we prepare for the holidays? (Beverages included! 😁)
I love the flavour of ginger, and in the colder months ginger cookies are especially great. We always feel nostalgic around the holidays, so here is a link to a recipe from the region where I grew up in the UK - Grantham Gingerbread Biscuits
