The Happy Cactus by Kali Berg

The Happy Cactus

Knitting
January 2024
both are used in this pattern
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
2 stitches and 2 rows = 1 inch
in Twisted Rib
US 15 - 10.0 mm
US 10 - 6.0 mm
60 - 90 yards (55 - 82 m)
Baby (Toddler, Kid, Adult, Adult XL)
English
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This squishy soft ribbed beanie is easy enough for a beginner and interesting enough to keep an experienced knitter engaged. The Happiest Cactus Hat ever! You can’t help but smile when you see yourself or your favorite little one in this hat. This is a true Pacific Northwest cactus variety, and blooms all year round.
BONUS: no cactus needles!!

Gauge: 2 st/inch with US 15 in Twisted Rib

Size: Baby (Toddler, Kid, Adult, Adult XL)

Yarn: 1 skein of Malabrigo Rasta in Apple Green, ~25 yards of Malabrigo worsted in preferred cactus flower color, ~3 yards of worsted weight yarn in yellow (for “pollen”), ~5 yards scrap yarn for provisional CO

Notions:
• 16” Circular needle US 15
• Double Pointed Needles US 15 (if desired) & US 10 (for cactus flower)
• Darning needle
• Scissors
• Measuring Tape