Highland Vibe

As fall transitions to winter, this tartan hat is an ideal companion (or gift for one!). Knit with a simple slipstitch pattern using a soft bulky yarn, it serves as a satisfying, eye-catching quick knit. Perfect for combining your two favorite colors. The easy-to- memorize stitch pattern makes for a relaxing knit where you’ll sense the addictive rhythm of your needles.

Sizes Available

Adult: Small (Medium, Large) to fit head circumference of 20 (22, 24) in. / 50.5 (56, 61) cm

Needles

US 9 (5.50 mm), 16 in. circular needle, DPNs or longer for magic loop method

US 10 1/2 (6.50 mm), 16 in. circular needle, DPNs or longer for magic loop method

Gauge

US 10 1/2 (6.50 mm), 14 sts & 22 rows = 4 in. (10 cm), in stockinette stitch in the round, unblocked

Yarn

Debbie Bliss Rialto Chunky, Extrafine Merino Wool Superwash, 65 yds (60 m) / 50 g

Colors Used: Forest (43008) x 2, Silver (43002) x 1

Yardage

Main Color (MC): 70 (80, 90) yds / 64 (73, 82) m

Contrast Color (CC): 25 (30, 35) yds / 23 (28, 32) m

Notions

Stitch marker

Tapestry needle

Pattern Notes

Hat is knit from brim to crown in the round.