The most basic hat benefits from the best yarns. Lang Kris is a merino, double-chainette with a touch of elastic resulting in a squish and stretchy fabric perfect for a warm hat.

Yarn: Lang Kris, 2 skeins. Shown in blue 08 and tan 03 (3 skeins will make 2 hats)

Needles: US#10 & #10.5 (circular or double points, your choice)

Gauge: 4 sts/in and 7.5 rows/in on #10.5 in stockinette stitch in the round.

Finished measurements: Adult: Small 16” circ x 10” high; Large 17” circ x 11” high