The proverb “birds of a feather flock together” refers to people with common interests, ideas, or characteristics that tend to seek out or associate with one another. It originates from nature’s phenomenon of similar birds flocking and migrating together. Throughout history, humans have flocked to one another for support, safety, comfort, and joy. There is great significance in finding a connection to others through shared interests such as knitting or values such as inclusivity and accessibility.

Anyone and everyone can wear this hat. There is a wide range of sizes available, so your whole flock can wear one to show that you are one, sticking together during good times and bad.

This design is also entirely reversible. You can wear it either way, which allows each bird to show off its individuality while remaining connected to its flock.

Eight Sizes Available from baby to adult:

1) Preemie – 12 in / 30 cm
2) Baby – 14 in / 35 cm
3) Toddler – 16 in / 40 cm
4) Child – 18 in / 45 cm
5) Small – 20 in / 50 cm
6) Medium – 22 in / 55 cm
7) Large – 24 in / 60 cm
8) Extra Large – 26 in / 65 cm

Based on Craft Yarn Council (CYC) head size chart.
Sizes written as follows: 1 (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

Finished Measurements:
Hat Circumference – 10 (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24) in / 25 (30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60) cm
Hat Width – 5 (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) in / 12.5 (15, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25, 27.5, 30) cm.
Hat Length – 4 (5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5) in / 10 (12.5, 15, 16.25, 17.5, 18.75, 20, 21.25) cm.

This pattern has been assessed with MS Word and Adobe Acrobat read-aloud functionalities to test for screen reader compatibility.

A low vision version is also included that has:

24 point Arial font
Black text
No italics
No columns
Written instructions

For pattern support, please contact me at NicoleThomasKnits@gmail.com.

This pattern is my original design and is intended for personal use only. Do not duplicate or copy the written pattern.
If you wish to sell finished items from this pattern, please give me credit and link back to the original pattern.

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