Tuscaloosa

Introducing the “Tuscaloosa” hat, a stylish and cozy accessory featuring a unique “faux houndstooth” slipped stitch pattern that pays homage to Alabama football traditions. This hat is not only a fashion statement but also a wonderfully warm piece, perfect for chilly game days or casual outings. Crafted with Ikigai Fiber’s Chibi Paka Chunky yarn, this pattern combines comfort and sophistication.

The hat's design includes a simple yet effective slipped stitch technique that forms a dense, warm fabric, ensuring you stay cozy no matter the weather. The “Tuscaloosa” hat uses three contrasting or coordinating colors to create a striking visual effect, allowing you to personalize your hat according to your unique style. Plus, there’s enough yarn from Color A to create a charming Pom Pom to top off the hat, adding a fun finishing touch that enhances its appeal.

Yarn Requirements: You will need one skein each of three contrasting or coordinating colors to complete this project. The hat is photographed in vibrant shades: “Bumblebee” (Color A), a sunny hue; “French Vanilla” (Color B), a soft neutral; and “Iron” (Color C), a sophisticated dark tone. Each skein of Ikigai Fiber’s Chibi Paka Chunky yarn comprises 75% Superwash Merino and 25% Baby Alpaca, giving you a total of 135 yards of delightful chunky weight yarn (with each skein containing 55 yds/50 m/50 g). Please note, the mentioned yardage does NOT include yarn for the Pom Pom; however, there is ample leftover yarn in Color A to generously craft a medium-sized Pom Pom for added flair.

Whether you’re an experienced knitter or just starting, this hat pattern is an enjoyable and rewarding project that will have you turning heads while showing off your team spirit. Grab your needles and get started on the “Tuscaloosa” hat today and keep warm in style!