Mode at Rowan Coast Hat & Snood Knitting Pattern – Fair Isle Set

The Coast Hat & Snood pattern by Quail Studio for Mode at Rowan is a striking accessory set featuring a bold Fair Isle motif design.

This coordinated set includes a matching hat and snood, both worked using four complementary shades of Mode at Rowan Alpaca Cotton. The design uses traditional stranded colourwork techniques to create a textured, modern pattern with strong visual impact.

The hat is knitted in the round for a seamless finish, while the snood is worked in the round to create a comfortable, continuous loop. The result is a warm, lightweight set that combines classic knitting techniques with a contemporary look.

Pattern Details

• Designed by Quail Studio for Mode at Rowan
• Includes two patterns: Coast hat and snood
• Fair Isle (stranded colourwork) design
• Uses four complementary yarn colours
• Hat knitted in the round
• Snood worked in the round
• Lightweight yet warm accessory set

Skill Level

Intermediate

Best suited to knitters comfortable with colourwork and knitting in the round.

Sizing

Coast Hat
One size (adult)
Approx. 48 cm head circumference

Coast Snood
Approx. 130 cm circumference x 23 cm height

Recommended Yarn

Knit This Pattern With

Mode at Rowan Alpaca Cotton Yarn

• 57% Alpaca / 43% Cotton
• 25g ball (approx. 120m)
• Lightweight with soft halo
• Breathable and warm
• Ideal for colourwork and modern garments

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Alpaca Cotton is specifically used in this pattern to create a soft, airy fabric that enhances the colourwork while keeping the finished pieces lightweight and comfortable.

Yarn Quantity Guide

This pattern uses four shades of Alpaca Cotton (A, B, C, D).

Coast Hat

Coast Snood

To knit the full set, you will need:

• Colour A: 5 balls
• Colours B, C, D: 1 ball each

Colour Planning (Important for This Pattern)

This design relies on four complementary shades to achieve its Fair Isle effect.

For best results:

• Choose one dominant main colour (Colour A)
• Select three contrasting or tonal shades for the pattern (B, C, D)

High contrast will highlight the motif, while tonal combinations create a more subtle, refined look.

Needles & Tools Required

• 5.50mm circular knitting needles (40cm and 120cm)
• 6.50mm circular knitting needles (40cm and 120cm)
• 6.50mm double pointed needles
• Stitch markers

Tension (Gauge)

15 stitches x 22 rows = 10cm
Fair Isle pattern using 6.50mm needles with yarn held double

Complete Your Project

Pair this pattern with Mode at Rowan Alpaca Cotton yarn in four complementary shades to achieve the intended colourwork effect and lightweight finish.

Everything you need is available at Direct Sewing Machines & Supplies.