This hat is a quick, satisfying knit in bulky yarn, designed for warmth and everyday wear.

Its red color is inspired by simple knit caps associated with the Norwegian idea of menneskeverd — the belief that every person has inherent worth simply by being human. Widely embraced in Scandinavian culture and reflected in modern human rights ideals, menneskeverd emphasizes respect, compassion, and equality. This hat is intended as a quiet, visible reminder of that shared dignity.

Yarn: Wonderland Yarns “Walrus” chunky weight, 130 yards/4 oz skein; 100% superwash merino: 1 skein, shown in:
Off With Her Red!

Needles & Notions: US size 8/5 mm, 16”/40cm circular needle & double-pointed needles (or your preferred arrangement for working in the round) OR size needed to get proper gauge, yarn needle, 1 stitch marker

Gauges: 12 sts and 18 rounds to 4” /10 cm in stockinette stitch in the round

Measurements: small (medium, large) 21”/53 cm (22.5”/57 cm, 24”/ 61 cm)