Aspenglow Biggie is a bulkier, even quicker-to-knit version of the Aspenglow Hat. The stitch pattern is simple but so much fun to work, and the pattern is beginner-friendly. This is a great way to show off highly variegated or speckled yarns, but the texture works well with solids and tonals, too.

The Aspenglow Biggie hat looks good with or without a pompom and works for both men and women. The pattern includes four sizes so you can knit this hat for the whole family.

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What people are saying:
“It was really well-written and a fun knit.” - Nicolasadie

Sizes:
Child (adult S, M, L)

• Finished circumference, measured 1” above brim: approximately 17 (18.5, 21, 23)“/ 42.5 (46.5, 52.5, 57.5) cm
• Fits heads up to 19 (20.5, 23, 25)“/ 47.5 (51.5, 57.5, 62.5) cm
• Hat height: 8 (9, 9.5, 10)“/ 20 (22.5, 23.5, 25) cm

Yarn:
Approximately 75 (85, 95, 105) grams bulky yarn. It is important to note that there is a lot of variation in bulky yarn; your yarn usage may vary from the estimate. The sample was worked with Twisted Owl Fiber Studio Merino Nylon Chunky, a wool/ nylon blend with 76 yards (69 meters) per 100 grams.

Needles:
US 11/ 8.0 mm and US 10.5/ 6.5 mm or size needed to achieve gauge plus one size smaller. This hat is worked in the round. The sample, an adult small, was made with a 16”/ 40 cm circular needle. You will also need double-pointed needles as the stitch count decreases towards the top of the hat, or a long circular needle if you prefer using the Magic Loop method.

Notions: stitch marker; tapestry needle

Pattern support: Designer email is included in the pattern in case you have questions.