Hats are the ultimate knitting project. They are quick to knit, practical, and great for showcasing your skills while staying cozy. This hat design features a striking colorwork section, making it both stylish and fun to knit!
This pattern is perfect for advanced beginners who are comfortable with colorwork.
The pattern includes written instructions and a charted colorwork section.

Sizes & measurements
The pattern is given in 6 sizes: 1 (2, 3) 4 (5, 6)
To fit the head circumference: 33-36 (36-43, 46-48) 48-51 (53-57, 58-61) cm / 13-14.25 (14.25-17, 18-19) 19-20 (20.75-22.5, 22.75-24) inch
Unstretched rib circumference: 27.8 (34.4, 37.8) 41.1 (47.8, 51.1) cm / 11 (13.75, 15) 16.5 (19, 20.5) inch
The hat is intended to be worn with -7.5 cm (3”) of negative ease.
The model in the photo is wearing a size 4, on 56 cm (21.5”) head circumference.

Materials
DK weight yarn 50 g (1.76 oz) = 125 m (137 yd), 100% Merino Wool or 100% Alpaca
MC: 45 (56.5, 79) 90 (117.5, 131. 5) m / 49.3 (61.6, 86.2) 98.5 (128.5, 143.6) yd
CC1: 8 (10, 14) 16 (21, 23) m / 8.8 (11, 15.4) 17.5 (23, 25.2) yd
CC2: 4 (5, 7.5) 9 (11.5, 12.5) m / 4.2 (5.5, 8.3) 9.6 (12.4, 13.7) yd
The model in the photo is knitted using MC: Superwool, Mondial in black, CC1: Royal I, Illimani in blue aqua, and CC2: Superwool, Mondial in white.

Needles: DPNs 4.5 mm (US 7) and 3.5 (US 4) or size needed to meet the gauge.
A tapestry needle, scissors, and a row counter are recommended.

Please contact me if you have any questions or comments at macakorac@gmail.com. A big thank you to Tea Bercek for tech edit assistance.

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