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This pattern includes both the hat and headband. Inspired by the origami star shaped boxes I made as a child, this pattern is called ‘Hoshiko’, a Japanese name meaning ‘starchild’. Worked in the round from the bottom up they are worked the same until the colourwork panel is finished. Then either a second garter stitch edging is worked for the headband, or the top of the hat is worked.

This pattern is also available in an e-book with a matching girls top.

Size
2 years (6 years), to fit head size 45 (50)cm (17.75 (19.75)in). The finished circumference, including negative ease, is 41 (46.5)cm (16.25 (18.5)in).

Materials
DK weight yarn in 2 colours. Wool, acrylic or a wool/acrylic blend is preferable.
MC 30 (35)m (33 (38)yds)
CC 40 (50)m (44 (55)yds)
The headband pictured used Wendy Mode Double Knitting (50% merino wool, 50% acrylic, 142m (155 yds) in 50g (1.76 oz)) in 213 Blue Sapphire 202 Vanilla.

Equipment
40cm (16in) 4mm (US6) circular needle
1 stitch marker
Yarn needle to weave in ends

Skills needed
Stranded colourwork from a chart
Work in the round on circular needles
Knit and purl