What it is: a hat made from a clever technique which continuously knits each stitch into two further stitches – done in a way that makes the fabric appear to be constant knit two togethers. Knit with two strands of yarn at a time the finished fabric is not only thick and squishy and great for keeping you warm through the winter, but it also looks interesting and is fun to knit.

What techniques you need:

• knitting in the round
• using double pointed needles
• Judy’s Magic Cast-On
• tubular cast-on using Judy’s Magic Cast-On

Video links for techniques provided in pattern

What you need:

• 3 mm (US 2½) 40cm (16”) circular needles or dpns
• An extra set of 3 mm (US 2½) 40cm (16”) circular needles for the cast-on or a set of a long circular needles in a slightly bigger size (3.25 - 3.5 mm or US 3 – US 4).
• 6 mm (US 10) 40cm (16”) circular needles or dpns
• 1 stitch marker
• a tapestry needle

Other info:

Can be knit as both a beanie or slouchy hat.

A regular cast-on can be used instead of Judy’s Magic Cast-On if desired.