
If you aren't sure of the typical stitches-per-inch for your yarn, check the gauge part of your yarn label. Check out our yarn weights guide for more information on the various yarn weights.


Each yarn weight has a number range of stitches-per-inch the thicker your yarn is, the fewer stitches-per-inch you will have. The first thing you'll want to consider is the weight of the yarn you're using for your hat. Why is this so tricky, you might ask? Well, it comes down to several different factors that can all determine the final count of stitches your particular pattern will require. Now comes the tricky part - figuring out how many stitches to cast on. But most recently I've begun a knitting pattern writing & design journey with 67 other knitwear designers worldwide and am now offering knitting lessons in clasess spread throught the week.Alright - you've figured out the size your hat should be. I'm a NZ registered Health & Safety professional, qualified Incident Investigator, hold Dip. Work & education has been important in my life. I work at home part time and go to my real office job 3 days a week. Botan, (Bowtan), short for the Dunedin Botanical Gardens, where my daughter is modelling the original Botan Beanie. Our original iconic hat is the Botan Beanie. My quality workmanship & hard work has led to a growing reputation with locals & hat enthusiasts NZ wide for making high quality, handmade hats. With my early success & recognition of a lack of NZ quality handmade hats available locally, I saw the opportunity of expanding the nascent & leisurely enterprise into something more serious. Friends started asking if I'd make them a "Jen Beanie". Our humble beginnings started after making a beanie for my daughter. Sold at Methven I-Hub, inMethven, Salmon Tales Cafe in Rakaia & coming soon to Topp Cafe Methven & Stavely Store & Cafe for off the shelf purchase. They look good, keep you warm in winter & offer protection from the summer sun. NOTE: SHIPPING IS CALCULATED ONCE YOU HAVE SELECTED YOUR SHIPPING OR COLLECTION OPTIONīest known as maker of the original ‘Jen Beanie’ aka Botan Beanie, & renowned for making quality hand made hats in varying styles, colours & sizes to suit everyone. This kit is knitted with Rown Big Wool perfect for warm winter days and hand knitted beanies. 1 set of 10mm Straight Knitting Needles.2x2 rib stitch knitted on straight needles.Once you've completed this kit, you'll master: The instructions are set out clearly and include a grid to mark off your rows.

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You should know how to cast on, knit, purl, sew a seam and read and follow instructions. Show proof of purchase to staff and ask them to remove the item from stock. You may purchase online if you are physically at the Methven I-Hub. This kit is available online or at the Methven I-Hub in the Methven Heritage Centre, Main Street, Methven. I want you to love and enjoy your knitting project and be super proud of the end result. If you are from out of town just call or e-mail and I will give you some guidance. If you get stuck and are local, please call in and I will be happy to help. The instructions are set out clearly and include a grid to mark off your rows making it an ideal project for the new or novice knitter who wants to keep track.

This is an easy knitting kit suitable for advanced beginners knitted with chunky wool and size 10mm knitting needles.
