Wandering Thread

My new pattern for Simply Chroma Hat was published today on Craftsy and Ravelry for Free. A very simple, straightforward hat - ideal for a beginner. This project requires only half of the suggested yarn skein. The remaining yarn could be used to make a pair of matching gloves, for example. Skill Level: Beginner Skills needed: Italian cast on method, k2tog Size: One size fits most Measurements: 12.5" (32 cm) tall, 9 3/4" (25 cm) wide when laid flat Gauge: 25 sts x 32 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch Materials: Knit Picks Chroma Fingering (396 yards (362 meters), 70% Wool, 30% Nylon), color name "Misty Morn", 0.5 skein 50 grams fingering weight yarn (CYCA 1). US 4 / 3.5 mm 16" needle, or size to obtain gauge. US 4 / 3.5 mm sock needles. Stitch markers 8 pieces. Tapestry needle.

This hat falls into a category of really simple knits. Just knit to relax! I love it! This project let me rest from my big lace work. For this project I used: Circular needles US 4 - 3.5 mm and 1 set of sock square needles US 5 - 3.75 mm. It turns out that square needle sizing is always one size thinner than they are marked. 0.5 skein of Chroma Fingering from Knit Picks. My color was 106 Misty Morn. I like this yarn very much for 2 important reasons: 1) it is the softest wool considering that it is not merino; 2) color transitions are impressive and perfect for a hat or pair of socks.