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Knit Raccoon Hat
"Create an adorable topper for your little one with this free pattern for the cutest knit raccoon hat ever! Knit flat and seamed, so it’s easy as pie! This sweet little hat is knit flat. The color work is intarsia so you will carry your unused color behind. The chart is an easy color change and can also be done in duplicate stitch if desired. The eyes and ears are made from felt and sewn on. Yarn: Red Heart Baby Hugs Medium (100% Acrylic; 247 yards [225 meters]/127 grams): 1 skein each of #4410 Dolphin, #4012 Ink and #4001 Frosting Needles: US size 10 (6.0 mm) straight Notions: Yarn needle, matching thread, sewing needle, one sheet each black and white felt"
Knitting Needle Size10 or 6 mm
Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)