Fortitude Hat is a hug for your head and it makes a perfect last-minute gift. It is oversized, but cozy; it is instant gratification. Use it to channel some fortitude during a time when we could all use a little more grit.

This hat is made with a superbulky yarn and has one size. It uses a simple yet striking diamond design that looks best in high-contrast colours.

It is constructed from the bottom to the crown on circular needles, switching to dpns or Magic Loop method to close up the top. A faux fur pom pom adds the perfect touch of whimsy!

Please note that this pattern has not been third-party tested, but I want to thank anemac for editing! Enjoy this free gift. xo

Skill Level
Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius

Skills

• knit, purl, stranded knitting, chart reading

Sizes

• one size - fits an adult head approx 19-22”; hat measures approx 8.5” wide and 8.5” tall lying flat

Gauge

• approx 11 sts and 13 rows = 10 cm (4”) in stranded patt on 9 mm unblocked

Yardage and Yarn

• approx 80-90 yds (total) superbulky weight wool

Suggested Brand

• 2 balls James C. Brett Rustic 82% acrylic, 10% wool, 8% viscose 57 m (62 yds) per 100 g

Shown in colours CS20 (light pink, approx 40 yds used) and CS7 (dark pink, approx 40 yds used)

Needles

• 8 mm (US 11) 40 cm (16”) circs
• 9 mm (US 13) 40 cm (16”) circs
• 9 mm (US 13) dpns (or long circ for Magic Loop method) or size needed to obtain gauge

Note: for a larger size, use 9 mm and 10 mm needles

Other Materials

• tapestry needle or crochet hook

• 4 large stitch markers (plus 1 unique marker for BOR)

• large faux fur pom pom (optional)