Carousels first appeared in the U.S. around 1800. From that time through the early 1930s, thousands of carousels popped up across the county. Folks of all ages and from all walks of life experienced the simple joy of riding up and down and round and round. Over the years, carousels became more and more elaborate, decorated with colorful hand-carved and painted animals, murals and mirrors and, of course, the addition of the lively music we all love. In today’s world of theme parks filled with thrill-seeking, upside-down roller coasters, there’s still something magical about a simple ride on a colorful carousel. This fun design was inspired by the vintage carousels found in San Diego, Griffith Park, and Disneyland to the famous Santa Monica pier and Chase Palm Park in Santa Barbara. Simple stranded knitting features a colorful awning atop a carousel of galloping horses waiting for a touch of embroidery that makes each one a little different. Or...make them all the same. The choice is yours!
Size:
One size fits an average adult size head. (Approx. 19" - 22")
Theme Parks and Carousels Beanie Pattern
Pattern Details
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- Knitted hat fits average adult size head 19" to 22"
- One size.
- Pattern includes instructions and color coded chart.
- Yarn needed: worsted weight, approximately 200 yds total.
- Needles: 16" circular needles in U.S. size 5 and 7. Double pointed needles in U.S. size 7 (or size needed for gauge).
- Other supplies: Stitch markers and tapestry needle.
- Worked in the round from the bottom up
Yarn used in sample:
- Superwash Merino Worsted yarn from Aly Bee Workshop in Harvest, Picnic Weather, Orchard, Lichen, and Vanilla.
- Gold yarn/thread to embellish the poles.
- Assorted colors of scrap yarn to decorate horses
