Knit in bulky weight, Buckalope is a quick and fun knit that produces a stunning result! This hat begs for a pom pom - make one from your leftover yarn or purchase one made of fluffy faux fur or alpaca - you can’t go wrong!

When Liesl of Buckaloo View asked me to collaborate, I jumped at the chance! The idea for this hat came to me after seeing and feeling the dreamy, naturally-dyed yarn that Liesl creates. I recommend using her yarn to make your hat extra soft and squishy! Regardless of the yarn you use, the lush cables create a piece that is substantial and warm.

Yarn:
80-90 yds Bulky weight yarn

Suggested Yarn:
Buckaloo View Bulky I (Bulky; 100% Merino Wool; 112 yds), 1 skein of Walnut

Tools:
US 8 – 16” circular needles;
US 9 – 16” circular needles and DPNs;
or you can use circular needles of at least 32” in length for magic-loop method

Notions:
8 stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors, pom pom maker or faux fur pom pom (optional)

Difficulty: Intermediate

Skills Needed:
long tail cast on, knitting in the round, knitting, purling, decreasing; cable experience helpful