Wizard Hat Storage Pot

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Susie Johns
Needle Size

US 2.5 / 3.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Stocking Stitch

What you need to know

Knit Susie Johns' clever wizard hat storage pot in our two-part wizard themed set

Whether you’re looking to store your haul of Halloween treats, or make themed gifts for a wizard fan, this clever pattern is just the thing. The hat is shaped using standard decreases, then pinched and stitched during making up to create the folds. The glasses are made from craft wire. Complete the set next week with our owl container - what a hoot!

Sizing

Owl: 19cm tall
Wizard: 25cm tall

What you'll need

Yarn: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash DK, shades (A) 369 Antiqued Heather, (B) 893 Ruby, (C) 346 Daisy Yellow, (D) 1946 Silver Grey, (E) 900 Charcoal, (F) 1913 Jet, (G) 289 Creampuff, (H) 862 Walnut Heather, one 100g of ball
of each
Needles: 3mm
Craft foam
Polyester wadding: medium-weight, 33 x 9cm
Fabric glue (optional)
Canisters: 11cm high x 9.5cm diameter, two
Safety toy eyes: 18mm diameter, two (for owl)
Safety toy stuffing
Craft wire: 1mm
Tapestry needle

NOTE: this is all the yarn and equipment needed for both pots

Stitches and skills used

Cast on
Cast off
Knit
Purl
Stripes
K2tog
Kfb

Meet the designer

Susie Johns is an experienced crafter, specialising in knitting, papercrafts and embroidery. She contributes regularly to a number of craft magazines and is the author of a range of books on practical subjects, such as collage, painting, papier-mâché and more. If you like this wizard-themed set, we think you'll love Val Pierce's knitted wizard. You can find more of Susie's designs here.

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