An axolotl is an aquatic amphibian from Mexico. They are a type of salamander that has gills and lives underwater their whole life. They are very popular pets due to their extreme cuteness! This axolotl is happily chilling in her lake surrounded by bubbles and leafy plants. Knit in a worsted weight yarn on size 4 needles, this hat is a quick, fun knit for the axolotl fans in your life.

MATERIALS
Yarn
Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Superwash
Main colour: 24065 White (1 skein)
Contrast colour: 25075 Rouge (1 skein)
Or similar worsted weight yarn

Needles
3.5 mm/US 4 double pointed needles
3.5 mm/US 4 40 cm / 16 inch circular needle
Or size needed to achieve correct gauge.

Notions
5 Stitch markers
Yarn needle for weaving in ends

SKILLS REQUIRED
Casting on, knitting and purling in the round, following a chart, stranded colourwork