Idyllwild Hat

Experience unparalleled comfort and warmth with this super squishy hat, featuring stunning braids and a beautiful brioche stitch. Designed to keep you cozy during the coldest nights, this pattern offers a unique twist on traditional colorwork. The best part? Each row utilizes only one color at a time, so you won’t have to worry about managing multiple strands of yarn!

This chic hat's brim is knit in two distinct parts, starting off with a provisional cast on (CO). You will create two vibrant strips, one for each color. The magic happens as you pull these strips through the strategically placed holes created by the yarn overs (YOs), resulting in a gorgeous braided effect. Once you've perfected the braid, you’ll remove the provisional CO and seamlessly join each strip together using the Kitchener stitch or a three-needle bind-off technique. This step ensures a polished finish that not only looks great but feels incredible too!

The two-color brioche cap is crafted by skillfully picking up stitches along the top edge of the completed brim braid. To get started, pick up stitches using the contrast color (CC) — Natural, then transition into working the setup row in the main color (MC) — Evergreen. This clever color combination will surely make your hat stand out in any winter wardrobe.

This versatile knitting pattern is designed to be exceptionally stretchy, ensuring that one size will comfortably fit most adult heads. Whether you're treating yourself or crafting a thoughtful gift for a friend, this hat is sure to impress.

Note: The stunning blue hat in the pattern is knit using the recommended Manos del Uruguay Clasica yarn, while the beautiful green hat utilizes Andy's Merino, featured in the October YarnBox shipment. This project is perfect for knitters looking to create high-quality, cozy accessories!

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