Vinicunca Hat

Introducing the vibrant Vinicunca Hat, a delightful and surprisingly quick knit that combines fun with functionality! This enchanting hat is a collaboration with the renowned Miss Babs Yarns, utilizing their luxurious Yowza DK base. Designed with a whimsical slip-stitch pattern that seamlessly transitions from brim to crown, this hat offers a perfect fit for everyone—from babies to large adults. Now, you can create a colorful Vinicunca hat for the entire family, ensuring that everyone stays cozy and stylish!

This versatile knitting pattern requires a total of 180 (210, 230) [270, 280] m / 195 (230, 250) [295, 315] yd of DK weight yarn, making it an ideal project for both beginners and experienced knitters alike. The main color (MC) calls for approximately 95 (110, 120) [140, 145] m / 100 (120, 130) [155, 165] yd, allowing you to showcase your favorite shade. The sample hat is crafted using Miss Babs Yowza, a luxurious 100% superwash merino wool, featuring an impressive 512 m / 227 g (560 yd / 8 oz) in the stunning colorway Oyster.

For the contrasting colors (CC), you’ll need 85 (100, 110) [130, 135] m / 95 (110, 120) [140, 150] yd. The sample showcases a delightful Miss Babs Yowza Mini Set of Six, consisting of 100% superwash merino wool, with 182 m / 80 g (200 yd / 2.8 oz) per skein. This vibrant set includes beautiful colorways such as CC1 Slot Canyon, CC2 Coreopsis, CC3 Sunny, CC4 Spring Lettuce, CC5 Stonewashed, and CC6 Fig.

Whether you’re gearing up for a chilly day or looking for a thoughtful handmade gift, the Vinicunca Hat is the perfect addition to your knitting repertoire. Dive into this engaging knit and celebrate the joy of creating memorable headwear that showcases your unique style and creativity!