Striped Stocking Cap Pattern

The Striped Stocking Cap is a truly timeless design that is just simply adorable! This pattern is also a great way of practicing knitted stripes and working with more than one color. The hat is knit flat, allowing you to concentrate on your pattern and focus on the stripes. Included in the pattern is also an additional section of tips and techniques for working with stripes. Mix and match different colors to suit your child's personality.

From A Passion for Knitting book

Size: Children 2-6
Circumference: 17"

Nancy J. Thomas is editorial director at Lion Brand Yarn Company, the former editor of Vogue Knitting and Knitter's Magazine, the founding editor of Family Circle Knitting, and author of a nationally syndicated column called "The NeedleWorks". Nancy also coauthored Vogue Knitting: the Ultimate Knitting Book. She has appeared on television, include the Today Show, to promote knitting and has hosted hand-knitting fashion shows around the country.

Ilana Rabinowitz is director of consumer marketing at Lion Brand Yarn Company in New York, where she oversees their catalog and Web site. She is also a freelance writer and the editor of two books--one on psychotherapy and a second on Eastern philosophy.