✨ Northern Gleam Knit Hat Pattern – A Stunning Stranded Colorwork Beanie ✨

Ready to level up your knitting game? The Northern Gleam Hat is a dazzling celebration of color and technique that’s perfect for knitters who love bold, beautiful stitches. Designed by Marly Bird, this bottom-up knit hat uses the stranded colorwork technique to create a radiant design that glows like the aurora borealis.

Whether you go subtle with tonal hues or make it pop with brights, this hat is guaranteed to turn heads. It’s the ideal accessory for chilly days, gift-giving season, or just showing off your colorwork skills. Plus, the pattern includes a full-color chart and a video tutorial to help guide you through every step with confidence!

Pattern Features:
✔ Stranded Colorwork Magic – Create a multicolor masterpiece using just two colors per round.
✔ Bottom-Up Construction – A classic, clean finish with shaping that flatters every head.
✔ Multiple Sizes – Includes 4 sizes to ensure a great fit for all: S (M, L, XL).
✔ Full-Color Chart + Video Tutorial – Visual learners, you’re covered!
✔ Finish With Flair – Optional pom pom and leather tag details for added personality.

Instant Digital Download: This is a knitting pattern PDF—NOT a finished hat. With the purchase, you’ll receive a printable, ad-free version with all the written instructions, charted colorwork, and video link included.

This pattern is also free on the MarlyBird.com website (with a GROW sign up)

Skill Level: Intermediate – Perfect for knitters ready to try stranded colorwork or refine their technique.

Sizes Included: To fit head sizes approx. 18.5 (20, 21, 22.5)” 47 (51, 53.5, 57) cm circumference.

Yarn Used: KnitPicks Swish Worsted – 8 colorways used; feel free to customize your palette!

Tools Needed: U.S. 8 & 9 circular needles (or size to obtain gauge), stitch markers, tapestry needle. Faux pom pom and leather tag optional.

This is more than just a knit hat—it’s a wearable work of art. Grab your copy of the Northern Gleam Knit Hat Pattern today and start stitching your own burst of color! ✨