Designed by Melissa LaBarre. A classic 1 x 1 rib transforms into a beautiful lace leaf pattern for the body of this slightly slouchy tam. Decreases at the cop form a seamless star motif.

Yarn: The Fibre Company Road to China Light, 159 yds/50 grams per skein, 1 skein.

Size: To fit average adult woman's head. 25" circumference, 7.5" height, 16" brim circumference unstretched.

Gauge: 24 sts and 32 rows = 4" in Stockinette Stitch on 4 mm needles after blocking. 27 sts and 32 rows = 4" in Lace Pattern on 4 mm needles after blocking.

Needles: Size US 3 (3.25 mm) 16" circular needle and Size US 6 (4 mm) 16" circular needle and DPNs.

Notions: Tapestry needle and stitch marker.

Necessary Skills: Knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing, intermediate lace, and chart comprehension.

Skill Level: Advanced.