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Why You’ll Love the Wild Herring Hat
The Wild Herring Hat by Deborah Doherty is a cozy, reversible brioche knit hat designed to provide exceptional warmth and visual interest. Created as part of The Wild Herrings collection, this pattern uses basic brioche knitting techniques to produce a beautifully textured fabric that looks stunning from either side.
Because brioche knitting creates a double-layered fabric, the finished hat is thicker and warmer than a traditional ribbed beanie, making it an excellent choice for cold-weather wear. The use of two contrasting colors highlights the stitch pattern and enhances the reversible design.
This project is ideal for knitters looking to build their brioche skills while creating a practical and stylish accessory.
Pattern Highlights
Designer: Deborah Doherty
Craft: Knitting
Category: Hat → Beanie / Toque
Published: December 2022
Collection: The Wild Herrings
Construction: Bottom-up, worked in the round
Skill Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Pattern Features:
- Reversible design
- Brioche knitting
- Ribbed texture
- Two-color knitting
- Worked in the round
- Written instructions included
Pattern Availability: Free Ravelry Download
Materials & Yarn
Suggested Yarn:
- WOOLFOLK FAR
Yarn Weight:
Worsted / 10 Ply
Needle Size:
US 6 (4.0 mm)
Gauge:
17.75 stitches and 22 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) in Rib Brioche Stitch
Yardage:
200–300 yards (183–274 meters)
Yarn Requirement:
1 skein each of two contrasting colors
Sample colors shown in the original design are Woolfolk FAR colors 34 and 36.
Finished Measurements
One Size
Finished Circumference:
18 inches (46 cm)
Finished Height:
9¼ inches (23.5 cm)
Fits Head Sizes:
18–21 inches (46–53 cm)
Construction Details
- Knit from the brim upward
- Worked seamlessly in the round
- Uses basic brioche techniques
- Fully reversible fabric
- Double-thickness construction for extra warmth
- Ideal introduction to two-color brioche knitting
The pattern includes detailed notes to help knitters maintain proper yarn placement while working brioche stitches in the round.
Fit & Styling
The Wild Herring Hat features a classic beanie shape with plenty of stretch thanks to the brioche fabric. The reversible design effectively gives you two looks in one, making it a versatile accessory for everyday wear.
Its textured stitch pattern pairs beautifully with solid winter coats, scarves, and other handmade accessories.
Pattern Price
Free Ravelry Download
This pattern is available as a free download through Ravelry and is part of Deborah Doherty’s The Wild Herrings collection.
Original Pattern Link
Wild Herring Hat on Ravelry
