This is a fun, quick hat to knit that looks stylish and fun, especially when knitted with solid and variegated yarns.

Gauge isn’t super crucial, as this is a slouchy hat, but you want to be close.

The decreases are done using circulars with magic loop. If you have to switch to double points, just remember to keep your beginning round stitch marker in place.

I debuted this pattern at Madrona Winter Retreat in Tacoma, WA and am publishing it here on ravelry, but it will also be available on flydesigns.com aka Angora Valley Fibers.

Both samples were made with her Cashmara (80/10/10) Worsted merino/cashmere/nylon blend. Super soft and machine washable, the best of both worlds!

Look for a matching cowl pattern coming in March, 2013!