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1840 Nightcap

1840 Nightcap

by Franklin Habit

Craft

Knitting

Difficulty

Intermediate

3.9/5 (103 votes)

Yarn Weight

Thread

Hook Size

US 0 - 2.0 mm

Gauge

32 sts × 21 rows / 4 in

More details

Type

Accessories, Hat

Designer

Franklin Habit

Published

September 2008

Languages

EN

Sizes

22" circumference

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About This Pattern

Originally appeared in the 1840 edition of The Workwoman's Guide, By a Lady. I corrected the pattern and translated it for the modern knitter especially for Knitty.com. The nightcap is very...

Techniques & Features

Fabric Characteristics

eyeletsripplelace

Pattern Instructions

chartwritten pattern

Construction

bottom upseamlessworked in the round

Design Elements

tassel / pompom
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