This pattern is free, but I would ask that you please make a donation of at least $5 to Andrew Doig via this link before you download it: paypal.me/fruityknitting.

If you have already donated, please make another donation! I know they appreciate it so much, and me giving you this fun little pattern is a small way of saying thank you. ♥

I have been wanting to do a fundraiser for Andrew and Andrea ever since I heard about his brain tumor and expensive treatment that he needs. I hope you enjoy this cute and FAST colorwork hat pattern as a wee thanks!

I had been dragging my feet on publishing this because the Knitty McPurly yarn called for in the pattern isn’t yet ready (I’m going through a bit of cancer treatment of my own that slows everything down), but I know they need the help now, so please feel free to use whatever bulky weight yarn you have in your stash - even scraps!

Every wardrobe needs at least one fun, colorwork, relaxed fit hat! This hat knits itself in just a few hours and is so warm and cozy! And it’s perfect for those who need a little extra TLC in the cranial area - the roomy fit and all the soft floats on the inside make for a ridiculously comfortable hat. Use a Knitty McPurly Hat Kit or some scrap yarn from your stash to make this super fast knit!

Size: Adult (one size fits most) 23.5”/60 cm

For head circumference: 21-23”/53 -58.5 cm

Length: 10”/25 cm unstretched

Gauge

15 sts/12.5 rows = 4” in st st worked in the round

Materials

Knitty McPurly Berlin Bulky (109 yds/100g) 100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool or another bulky weight yarn

Color A: Castile (60g)

Color B: Diego (15g)

Color C: Stars (20g)

Color D: Topaz Rose (20g)

You will also need:

16” circular US #8/5 mm needle for ribbing

16” circular US #10.5/6.5 mm needle or size required to get gauge

DPNs (set of 4 or 5) US #10.5/6.5 mm needle for crown

Stitch markers

Tapestry needle