This pattern is found in Knit Happy with Self-Striping Yarn and cannot be purchased as an individual download. The book is available for purchase HERE on Indiebound or HERE on Amazon.

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Do you want to know the perfect recipe for an afternoon of knitting joy? Try this: bulky yarn, a simple pattern, and self-striping yarn. This hat is exhilaratingly fast and fun to knit. If you are looking for a last-minute gift knit, look no further. The body of the hat features an easy-to-memorize texture that subtly bends your stripes using increases and decreases. This pattern is a great fit for every size and every skill level. The Rapid Run Hat will go on and off your needles so fast that you will be searching for the perfect pom pom before you know it.

SIZES
Baby (Child, Adult M, Adult L)

YARN
Bulky weight yarn, Kirby Wirby Bulky

Sample shown in ‘Tricked Out Treehouse’

85 (100, 115, 130) yards / 77 (91, 105, 119) m

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Circumference: 16 (18.25, 20.5, 23) inches / 40 (46, 51.5, 57.5) cm
Total Length: 6 (7.75, 9.75, 11.25) inches / 15 (19.5, 24.5, 28) cm

NEEDLES
US 10 (6 mm) 16-inch (40-cm) circular needles (length as appropriate for your size), or as required to meet gauge

DPNs or needles for small circumference in the same size

GAUGE
14 stitches and 24 rounds = 4 inches (10 cm) in Rapid Run Motif after blocking

TOOLS
Tape measure, 8 stitch markers, Scissors, Tapestry needle