Fair Isle Square Hat

Introducing our charming hat design that resembles a delightful little house with a playful roof! This unique and cozy hat not only keeps you warm wherever you go, but it also conveniently folds to fit into your pocket. As you wear it, expect to spark smiles and melt away the frozen faces of everyone you encounter. This pattern focuses on stranded colorwork using the Fair Isle knitting technique, making it perfect for knitters looking to enhance their skills while creating a fun accessory.

For this sample, you will need the following materials: * Sport (light DK) weight yarns: Main Color (MC) - a lovely frozen light gray (~ 60g of Ice Yarns, Master Alpaca with ~191 yards or 175 meters per 50g) and Contrast Color (CC) - a warm red (~ 60g of Alize Superlana Klasik, a woolen mixed yarn with ~306 yards or 280 meters per 100g); * Needles: 16“ (40 cm) circular needles in US size 4 / 3.5 mm; an auxiliary needle for the bind-off row; a tapestry needle for weaving in ends; * 10 stitch markers to keep your pattern in check. This pattern fits one standard women’s/teens size and has the following approximate dimensions when laid flat in a fixed, nearly square shape: * Circumference: 49 cm (19.6”); * Depth: 23.5 cm (9.4”); * I-cord length of 3 sts: 25 cm (10”). The gauge for this delightful hat is approximately 24 stitches and 24 rounds per 10 cm (4”).

This versatile hat can also be adapted to a child’s size, featuring a circumference of about 40 cm and a depth of roughly 19 cm, making it a great project for both adults and children alike. Whether you’re looking to keep your loved ones warm or simply express your creativity, this hat design is a wonderful choice. Explore the joy of knitting with our easy-to-follow pattern, perfect for all skill levels, and bring this whimsical little house hat to life!