Winter Breeze Hat

Designer: Julia Schwartz

Yarn: Choose any aran weight yarn for this pattern, ideally one that contains wool for added stretch and comfort. The model for this design utilized Red Heart Chic Sheep, which is 100% wool, size 4, weighing in at 3.5 oz/100g and with a yardage of 186 yds/170m. You will need two contrasting colors to create a beautiful and unique hat. With just two skeins, you can knit up to 2 hats, allowing for creative color combinations with a bit of yarn left over!

Needles: For this knitting project, you will need size 8 (5mm) 16-inch circular needles, along with a set of double-pointed needles (DPNs) for shaping the crown of the hat.

Notions: Don’t forget to have a yarn needle on hand to weave in your ends neatly and finish the hat professionally.

Gauge: To achieve the perfect fit, ensure your gauge is 18 stitches and 27 rows for every 4 inches of your project. This is crucial for maintaining the intended size and stretch of the hat.

Size: The completed hat has a circumference of 21 inches, making it a versatile accessory that stretches to comfortably fit most adult head sizes.

Stitches Used: This pattern includes essential knitting techniques such as knit (k), purl (p), place marker (PM), knit two together (k2tog), and knitting through the back loop (tbl). These stitches create a stylish and cozy design that is perfect for both novice and experienced knitters.

Copyright: © Julia Schwartz. All rights reserved.

Get ready to elevate your knitting skills with this delightful hat pattern by Julia Schwartz! Perfect for gifting or personal wear, this project is a wonderful way to use up your stash while enjoying the soothing rhythm of knitting. Happy crafting!