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Knitter: Shana
Size Adult S/M
Yarn: Alfalfa base by Six and Seven Fiber
Knitter: Shana
Size Adult S/M
Yarn: Alfalfa base by Six and Seven Fiber
Knitter: Shana
Size Adult S/M
Yarn: Alfalfa base by Six and Seven Fiber
Knitter: Shana
Size Adult S/M
Yarn: Alfalfa base by Six and Seven Fiber
Knitter: Lindsey P., modeled by her daughter
Knitter: Yarns by Design
Knitter: Julia G.
Knitter: Megan W.
Knitter: Amy S.
Knitter: Amy K.
Knitter: Louise R.
Knitter: Lynne L.
Knitter: Heather P.
Knitter: Jen A.
Knitter: Becca H.
Knitter: Jenn H., modeled by her son
Knitter: Jenn H.
Knitter: Christen C., modeled by her daughter
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT
PB SANDWICH HAT

For me, a peanut butter sandwich is the ultimate comfort food. Fresh bread and a layer of peanut butter create a simple and irresistible combination. Looking for the peanut butter sandwich of hats? Look no further! This simple design has a tight fitting brim and looser fabric for the main body of the hat. It has an accent color on the inside of the brim, and a rapid 8-point crown decrease. It is knit from the brim up to the crown in fingering weight yarn.

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YARN
Six and Seven Fiber Alfalfa, 80% Merino, 10% Cashmere goat, 10% Nylon, or any fingering weight yarn, 2 colors
MC: 200, 212, 224, 236 yd (183, 194, 205, 216) m
Yardage estimate for MC is for slouchy length. Beanie length will use about 80% of this estimate.
CC: (32, 32, 32, 36) yd (29, 29, 29, 33 m)

Sample is shown in Adult S/M, slouchy length, and used 195 yards (178 m) of colorway Harvest 004 for MC and 31 yards (28 m) of colorway Silent Night for CC.

DIMENSIONS
Child S/M, Child M/L, Adult S/M, Adult M/L
Circumference: 18”, 19”, 20”, 21” (46, 49, 51, 53 cm)
Choose a size 2-3” (5-8 cm) smaller than your head size for a snug fit.
Beanie: 8” (20 cm) tall / Slouchy: 10.5” (27 cm) tall

GAUGE & NEEDLES
24 stitches & 36 rounds = 4” (10 cm) on larger needles in stockinette stitch after blocking
US 2 (2.75 mm) circular needle, 16” (40 cm) or 2 sizes smaller than main body needle
US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, 16” (40 cm) and 32” (80 cm) for magic loop crown decreases, or double pointed needles for crown decreases or size needed to get gauge

TECHNIQUES
Provisional cast-on, knit stitch, purl stitch, decreasing stitches, folded brim

PATTERN ATTRIBUTES
This design is a written pattern.

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Tech editing: Bronwyn Hahn
Test Knitting: Jen A., Christen C., Kim D., Jenn H., Rebecca H., Amy K., Heather P., Louise R., Amy S., Lauren S.

From Amanda S.

This was a super meditative or rhythmic knit that once I had the pattern repeats down, I just kept cruising. I really like both sides to this, and actually think it would make a really cute pattern for a tee!

Amanda test knit Coexist.

From Azariah’s Fibre Arts

I met Shana for the first time at an in-person event in early 2020, before the world shut down. She was at a small fiber festival sharing one of her new designs and her story about being an architect who now designs modular knitting patterns. I was hooked. I have tested for her, met her again multiple times and asked her questions about the industry and designing. She is a down to earth fun person. She is also honest and helpful. If you have a chance to work one of her patterns I highly recommend it! Some of the construction is a bit outside the box, but totally worth the effort. Just take it one step at a time and wait until you’re alone to concentrate if needed. Once you get it, you’ve got it! Thank you Shana for making fun knit patterns and sharing them!

Azariah’s Fibre Arts has test knit many Shanalines Designs patterns including Cohenside Cowl (DK), Air Hugs Wrap, and Turnover.

From Nan P.

Shana consistently produces engaging and fun to knit designs, and offers great pattern support. She is really fun to test knit for, as well. I love the playful and meditative aspects of her knits.

Nan test knit Coexist, and has knit other Shanalines Designs patterns.

From Adrian S.

This top was a joy to test and I appreciate all your work in cultivating an inclusive test knitting group. ❤️

Adrian was a test knitter for Shoulder Season.

From Sara D.

I test knit the puff cuff mitts for Shana. She was a pleasure to work with, she answered questions promptly and took suggestions gracefully. The pattern was easy to follow and fun to knit. The videos included in the pattern are helpful and well done.

Sara test knit Puff Cuffs. 

From Cori B.

What a great test knitting experience! The expectations were very clear, there was constant communication (I love the use of discord for test knitting- so much more streamlined than using an IG chat or an email)- I love that it was a communal experience without being overwhelming. I would absolutely apply to test knit again.

And the pattern is so ingenious- a fun and quick knit, that feels solid, with minimal finishing (literally two ends to weave per mitt). I’m so excited to use them!

Cori B. was a test knitter for Turnover.

From Cathy A.

I love Shana’s pattern designs. I have knit at least eight different patterns (some multiple times). The patterns have unique construction and are easy to follow. Shana responds to any questions in a very timely manor. She is always very positive and wants to make sure you are comfortable knitting her designs.

The Modular Bento Bag is such a fun, quick knit! The directions are easy to follow. You can’t stop at making just one. Try all four sizes. Makes a great gift bag.

Cathy has knit and test knit many Shanalines Designs patterns including Seeking Balance, Moduloncho, Recalibrate, Semantics, Side Hustle Wrap (Light), Switching Stirpes Hat, and Modular Bento Bag.

 

From Tina P.

I have knit many of Shana’s patterns and never been disappointed! Her patterns are always fun to knit with really interesting construction so they’re never boring to knit (sometimes I can be a short attention span knitter!) She provides really clear instructions for techniques and great tutorials as well. Shana is one of my very favorite designers and I am always excited when I see she has a new pattern.

Tina has knit many Shanalines Designs patterns!

From Susie W.

I always find Shana’s designs to be a great blend of soothing and relaxing knitting as well as interesting and engaging construction and finishing techniques – basically my favorite kind of project! Her patterns are very well-written and are as enjoyable to knit as they are to wear.

Susie has knit many Shanalines Designs patterns including SuperCape, Space Positive Wrap, Recalibrate, Shoulder Season, and Drawn Together.

From Kim R.

I’ve had the opportunity to test knit several designs for Shana. Pattern layout is neat, easy to read format, with helpful photos. I appreciate the video links within the pattern as extra guidance.

Shana is readily available during the testing phase and responds in a timely fashion.

I can’t say enough how wonderful of an experience it has been. The patterns are well written, easy to follow and interesting. I find them carefully thought out, and they keep me engaged. I look forward to every opportunity to knit her patterns!!!

Kim has test knit many Shanalines Designs patterns!

From Pia

Shana’s designs are always on point! Her attention to finishing details result in handknits that are both unique and classic. Her patterns are well written and thoughtful. I’m a fan!

Pia has test knit several Shanalines Designs patterns!

From Marieke, Solace in Stitches

Duplex is a quick and fun to make. The striping and modular joining kept me engaged throughout the project without being to complicated. It’s a great pattern to use up sock yarn leftovers and play with colors. Excited to cast on another one.

Marieke test knit Duplex, and has knit many other Shanalines Designs patterns.