This pattern is from 101 Designer One-Skein Wonders, simply named "spiral hat," designed by Marci Blank. I knit this in gray ecowool (same yarn used on the fair isle hats). For this pattern, I cast on 79 stitches and joined in the round on size 8, 16" circular needles. I knit 7 rows to form the self rolling brim and then K6, p4 repeated to form a continuing spiral pattern. These are "Gentleman's Shooting Stockings" in a fluted pattern from Knitting Vintage Socks by Nancy Bush. This book has a fantastic introduction on the history of sock knitting and early handcrafted stockings. There are many updates on Weldon's techniques on working in rounds, colors, heels, gussets, toe shaping, and so on. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in learning all about knitting socks and various toe and heel shapes. Its a very valuable reference and has many nice patterns. These socks took me a very long time, since Jeff has big feet and long legs!
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