The Tam O’Shanter (Shetland Version)

The traditional woolen-spun Shetland yarn used in this tam blends several colors that have been dyed in the wool for richness and depth.

MATERIALS
Yarn Jamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift (100% Shetland wool; 115 yd [105 m]/25 g; fingering weight), 1190 burnt umber (brown, Color 1), 120 eesit/white (white, Color 2), 102 shaela (dark gray, Color 3), 259 leprechaun (green, Color 4), 1010 seabright (blue, color 5), and 575 lipstick (pink, Color 6), 1 ball each. Distributed in the United States and Canada by Simply Shetland.
Needle Sizes 2 (2.75 mm) and 1 (2.25 mm), 16" (40 cm) circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch markers (m); tapestry needle; smooth washable scrap yarn; elastic thread (optional).
Gauge 29 sts and 35 rows = 4" (10 cm) with larger needle in Fair Isle pattern.
Finished Size 22½" (57 cm) brim circumference and 7¾" (19.5 cm) long.

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About Eileen Lee: Eileen Lee has a studio near her home in Grass Valley, California, where she spends her time teaching weaving, spinning, dyeing, and knitting. When not teaching, she spends her time weaving and selling her products.

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