The end goal of hiking a mountain may be reaching the summit, but enjoying the journey to the top is part of the fun. Sometimes the ascent is gradual and takes small steps, while other times it may be quite steep. Ascent is a hat knit in the round with a gradual color change that reminds me of that journey to the summit. Take Ascent on your next autumn or winter hiking adventure.

Finished Sizes:
Newborn(baby, toddler, child, adult small, adult large)

Finished Measurements:
Circumference: 14(16, 18, 19, 21, 23)“ 35.5 (41, 46, 48, 53, 58.5) cm
Finished Length (from brim to crown): 5(6, 6.75, 7, 8.25, 9)” 12.5 (15, 17, 18, 21, 23) cm

Materials:
Yarn
Malabrigo Worsted (100 g, 210 yds, 100% Pure Merino Wool), 1 hank each color Worsted Weight Yarn CYCA 4, Rich Chocolate (MC); Natural (CC) (for adult large size), Emerald (MC); Natural (CC) (for adult small size), Continental (MC); Natural (CC) (for child size)

Needles
US size 6 4 mm 16” 40 cm circular needles (for toddler, child, and adult sizes only)
US size 7 4.50 mm 16” 40 cm circular needles (for toddler, child, and adult sizes only)
US size 6 4 mm double point needles (for Newborn and baby sizes only)
US size 7 4.50 mm double point needles (for all sizes)

Notions
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20 sts and 28 rnds = 4” 10 cm in Stockinette Stitch with larger needles
20 sts and 23 rnds = 4” 10 cm in colorwork pattern with larger needles
To save time, take time to check gauge.