This pattern was originally published as Pearl Fiber Arts’ contribution to the 2021 Rose City Yarn Crawl, March 4-14, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. This pattern is available for download individually or as part of the 2021 Pattern Collection: Gratitude.

“If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough.” -- Meister Eckhart

When times get rough, remembering who and what you’re thankful for can be very helpful. As you knit the Xs and Os on the hat band, I hope you’ll think of the people and things in your life that bring you joy. You are on my list.

Yarn
Stonehedge Fiber Mill Shepherd’s Wool 2 ply Sport (100% Wool; 230 yards/70g); shown in: (1) skein solid (color A) and (1) skein Crazy self-striping (color B). Total of 230 yards is used in one hat; you will have enough yarn to make two hats.

Needles
US size 5 / 3.75mm in your choice of 16” circular plus DPNs OR (2) circular needles OR (1) 32-40” circular needle for magic loop

Gauge
6 sts / 9 rows = 1” in garter stitch

Notions
Cable needle
(2) 18-22mm buttons
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Skill Level
Intermediate

Finished Measurements
(2) Sizes: Medium (Large)
Unstretched circumference: 18” (20”)