I think knitting hats is a good way to get to know a new yarn. There is enough knitting that you can get a feel for the fibers before committing to a larger project.

Our new Neon Tweed is such a fun, exuberant yarn that I wanted a simple hat to really let the neps be the focus of the hat. The simple rolled brim gives this hat a youthful vibe, so it will be a great gift for one of my nieces or nephews in this year’s annual batch of holiday hats!

Yarn
Miss Babs Neon Tweed
85% superwash Merino wool, 15% nylon; 437 yd / 3.5 oz (400m / 100g) skeins
1 skein, shown in Amethyst

Or 220 yards (201 meters) fingering weight yarn

Finished Measurements
Brim circumference: 19”/48 cm
Height: 10 1/2”/26 cm.

Needles
US Size 2.5 3 mm circular needles, 16”/40 cm or size to obtain gauge
US Size 2.5 3 mm dpns or preferred method for working small circumferences in the round or size to obtain gauge

Gauge
29 stitches and 38 rounds = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch

Gauge is not crucial for this project, but will affect yardage and finished size if different from above.

Notions
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations
k: Knit
k2tog: Knit 2 stitches together 1 stitch decreased.