Inspired by the Fair Isle style of colorwork, this hat features interlocking motifs of Magen Davids, Torahs, and trees. The crown shaping is used to create a Magen David.

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Skill Level

Requires the ability to knit stranded colorwork, managing floats, including corrugated ribbing. Suitable for intermediate knitters.

Sizing & Finished Measurements

Child: 16.5 in / 42 cm around
Adult Small: 18 in / 45 cm around
Adult Large: 20 in / 50 cm around

Sizes listed are for finished hat size. Select a size that is 1-2 in / 2.5-5 cm smaller than head circumference.

Needles

2.75mm / 2 US dpns or circular needles suitable for working small circumferences
3.25mm / 3 US dpns or circular needles suitable for working small circumferences
or size needed for gauge

Yarn

• Color A: 10 g (45 yds / 40 m)
• Color B: 10 g (45 yds / 40 m)
• Color C: 10 g (45 yds / 40 m)
• Color D: 10 g (45 yds / 40 m)
• Color E: 10 g (45 yds / 40 m)

Due to the nature of colorwork, the following amounts are approximate only:

This pattern calls for 5 colors, to create elegant shading, although it could be knitted with as few as 2 for a bolder and more graphic look. You need strong contrast between your background color(s) and foreground color(s), and more subtle contrast within these categories if you are using multiple shades. Pattern includes detailed guidance about choosing yarn colors for the best effect.

Extras

Tapestry needle
6 stitch markers, with one contrast for beginning of round