Northdale Hat

The Northdale Hat is a charming offshoot of my popular Northdale sweater, designed for knitters who love both style and simplicity. This quick and relatively easy knitting pattern is crafted using DK weight yarn, featuring only three colors to make your creation stand out. For an extra touch of whimsy, don't forget to add a fluffy pom pom on top!

Size Information
This delightful hat boasts a 17 ¼ inch circumference at the brim and stands at 7 ¾ inches tall from brim to crown, making it a comfortably stylish accessory for anyone.

Recommended Needles
To create the Northdale Hat, you'll need the following knitting needles:
- US 4/3.5mm 16-inch circular needle
- US 6/4mm 16-inch circular needle
- US 6/4mm set of double-pointed needles (dpns) or a long circular needle if you prefer the magic loop method for ease of knitting.

Yarn Requirements
This hat calls for DK weight yarn in the following amounts:
- 80 yards of Main Color (MC), - 65 yards of Contrast Color 1 (CC1), and - 35 yards of Contrast Color 2 (CC2). Please note that additional yardage of CC1 is required if you decide to make a matching pom pom.
The example shown is crafted using Jamieson’s Double Knitting, made from 100% Shetland wool (approximately 82 yards per 25g), in the colors Mooskit (MC), Atlantic (CC1), and Titanic (CC2).

Essential Notions
For this project, you'll need some essential tools: - Stitch markers to keep track of your progress
- A tapestry needle for weaving in those pesky ends once you're done knitting.

Gauge Information
Getting the right gauge is crucial for achieving the perfect fit. For this pattern, you should obtain the following gauge:
- 25 stitches and 32 rounds = 4 inches in the Ribbing pattern for the brim when using the US 4/3.5mm needle, and
- 26 stitches and 32 rounds = 4 inches in the Fair Isle pattern when using the US 6/4mm needle.

Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or just starting out, the Northdale Hat pattern is the perfect blend of fun and functionality. This cozy hat is not only practical for keeping warm but also a fabulous accessory to showcase your knitting skills. Dive into this delightful project today!