This fun design explores variations of (knit 1, purl 1) stitch patterns to create a textured hat that is very easy to customize. The pattern uses 1×1 ribbing, moss stitch, and seed stitch to illustrate the different effects that are created by shifting the vertical alignment of alternating knits and purls, creating a bold sampler of textured stitch motifs. Featuring decorative Latvian braids worked in contrasting colors, and topped with a speckled pompom, this cozy hat will keep you stylish and warm all season long.

Time: Weekend Project

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: 18″ / 46 cm circumference x 8″ / 20 cm height

Gauge: 26 sts and 38 rnds = 4” / 10 cm in moss st on larger needles

Yarn: Malabrigo Verano (100% Pima Cotton; 205 yards (187 meters)/100 grams): 903 Impatient Pink (MC, 1 skein), 945 Summertime (CC1, 1 skein), 932 Mud (CC2, 1 skein)

Needles: US size 4 (3.5 mm) 16” circular needles
US size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” circular needles and DPNs

Notions: Marker(s), tapestry needle, 85-mm pompom maker