Bum-Diddy Hat

“Bum-Diddy” is a basic clawhammer banjo rhythm. It’s a two finger picking pattern that sets old time banjo playing apart from the bluegrass 5-finger style.

Bum-Diddy is a casual newsboy style slouchy hat. Yarn: 1 (1, 2) skeins Knit Picks, Biggo [50% merino wool / 50% nylon; 110 yds; 100 g; bulky weight], Color: #25620 “Wonderland Heather” // Needles: US 9 / 5.5mm 16” circular needle (brim only), US 10 / 6mm 16” circular needle, US 11 / 8mm 16” circular needle & dpns, Adjust needle sizes to obtain correct gauge. // Extras:1 stitch marker, 1 locking stitch marker, Tapestry needle. // Gauge 14 sts & 18 rows = 4” in St st on 9/5.5mm needle. 14 sts & 18 rows = 4” in 1x1 rib on 10/6mm needle. 12 sts & 16 rows = 4” in St st on 11/8mm needle. // Finished Sizes: Small/17” (Medium/19”, Large/20.5”) / To Fit: 18–21 (20–22, 21–23.5)”