40% of each individual Pattern Sale is being Donated Quarterly for the Lifetime of this Pattern to N.A.M.I the National Alliance on Mental Illness

This Pattern is a collaboration between the National Alliance on Mental Illness and myself, 40% of each individual sale of the H+ Hat quarterly will be donated to N.A.M.I which is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental health. NAMI advocates for access to services, treatment, supports and research and is steadfast in its commitment to raising awareness and building a community of hope for all of those in need. NAMI offers support and education programs for families and individuals living with mental health conditions.

40% of each individual Pattern Sale is being Donated Quarterly for the Lifetime of this Pattern

Earlier this year I was asked by the Executive Director of N.A.M.I for Sacramento to lead How to Knit classes for our Peer Groups, this Pattern was drawn up when they asked if I could teach clients how to make hats for the Homeless Swag Bags we give out locally each year. I have come up with two sizes Adult (Small/Large), both use a beginner friendly cast on, knit/purl pattern, decreases and can be adjusted for depth to create a skull cap version or slouchy beanie version. The purchase of this pattern will not only benefit N.A.M.I (National Alliance on Mental Illness) nationally via a percentage of each sale going directly to them with each purchase, but you’ll also have a pattern that you can create a hat with others locally for your own Homeless Swag Bags, lastly you have an adjustable hat for yourself that is a great Mindful Movement knitting experience full circle.

Materials Needed:

• 113g skein worsted Lambs Pride

• Blue Flannel (colorway)

• 85% Wool/15% Mohair

• 190 yards total

• Size Adult Small Uses:

• 50 grams or 84 yards

• Size Adult Large Uses: 58 grams or 97 yards

• 16in size 8 Circular

• Stitch Markers (to aid with counting)

• Yarn needle to weave in ends

• Scissors

I hope that you will consider knitting these hats for your homeless locally, as well as find some Meditative Knitting time with this accessory!