Latvian Boxes Hat
Keeping your ears warm can be a delightful challenge during the cold winter months! This stylish bulky knit hat features a cozy garter stitch band that not only blocks the biting wind but also ensures your ears stay toasty in the coldest weather conditions. Complement your winter wardrobe with the matching mittens from our companion pattern, designed to keep your fingers warm and snug as well. We recommend knitting up several sets to prepare for the next chilly blast!
Adorning the upper part of the hat are charming simple Latvian designs, which offer a unique aesthetic and serve as an excellent opportunity to practice your stranded knitting technique. These small and vibrant motifs add a special touch to your project, allowing you to explore colorwork without the commitment of a larger, more complex project. Perfect for knitters of all skill levels, this pattern brings both warmth and style to your winter accessories!
Yarn: For this project, we recommend using Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Bulky yarn, comprised of 85% wool and 15% mohair, with a total yardage of 125 yards per 4-ounce skein.
Materials: For the main color (MC), you will need 1 skein of Bright Blue, while the contrasting color (CC) requires 1 skein of White Frost. Notably, one skein of white is sufficient to create both the hat and a cozy pair of mittens if you’re crafting the complete set!
Gauge: Ensure to achieve a gauge of 14 stitches by 18.5 rows per 4 inches using larger needles to get the perfect fit and texture.
This pattern was originally published in the February 2015 issue of I Like Knitting, and it continues to be a beloved choice among knitting enthusiasts looking for functional and fashionable knitted accessories.
