Sunday-Best Felted Cloche Hat

Typically, the hats of this style possess various types of bands around the base. On this hat there is a modest band knitted in black to give the impression of ribbon. *Due to copyright restrictions this pattern is only available for purchase in the United States. This pattern is unofficial and unauthorized. It is not authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by Carnival Film & Television Ltd., its writers or producers, or any of its licensees.

Finished Size: Size: About 22 inches (56 cm) circumference and 5½ inches (14 cm) tall, after felting and blocking
Yarn: Cascade 220, 100% wool yarn, worsted weight, 220 yards (201.2 m)/100 gram (3.5 oz) skein, 2 skeins of #9557 Dark Brown (MC) and 1 skein of #8555 Black
Needles: Circular, 24 inches (61.0 cm), size 10½ (6.5 mm), and set of double pointed or size needed to obtain gauge; circular, 16 inches (40.6 cm), size 10½ (6.5 mm), optional
Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle, bowl or ball for blocking
Gauge: 14 sts and 20 rnds = 4 inches (10.2 cm) in St st, before felting
Oringinally Published: Unofficial Downton Abbey Knits 2013