Each design I make reflects some element of the natural world that calls to my heart. Listening to gulls call over water is music.

Two worsted weight, high-contrast yarns work well for this pattern. Sample Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok colors: Loon Lake and Highland Fleece.

Test knitter suggestions: If you are a looser colorwork knitter, feel free to size down from US8 to US7 needle, as the gauge change will not affect the fit of the hat enough to make a big difference.