Jen is a master at mixing austere modernism and anime whimsy in Field Guide No. 12: Big Joy.

Stranded fun and a cute shape combine for a modern, witty design. A hat that brings a smile.

At this gauge, you can crank a lot of them as gifts for the whole family.

Materials
-- Big Wool by Rowan [100 g balls, each approx 87 yds (80 m), 100% wool], 1 ball each of two colors. (Collect your leftovers to make Stripey Scrappy Hats!)
-- Size US 13 (9 mm) circular needle, 16” (40.5 cm) long and double-point needles (set of 4 or 5 needles), or size needed to achieve
gauge
-- Stitch marker

Knitted Measurements
-- Circumference: 14.5 (16, 17.5, 19.25, 22.5, 24)“ [37 (40.5, 44.5, 49, 57, 61) cm]

Size
-- Baby (toddler, preschool, child, adult S/M, adult L)

Gauge
-- 10 sts & 14 rnds = 4” (10 cm) over Stockinette stitch.