North Bound is inspired both by native Diné weaving and traditional American quilt blocks like the Flying Geese pattern. The bold colors move northward like migrating birds. Both cowl and hat pattern are worked in the round from the bottom up.

This is a great beginning color work project as the graphic pattern develops easily and is a memorable repeating pattern.

Suggested Needles and Notions:
Needle sizes are suggestions. Use the size needles needed to obtain the correct gauge.
US 3 16” or 24” circular needle or 2 sizes smaller than main needle
US 5 16” or 24” circular needle
DPN or longer circular needle in main needles size for closing crown of hat
BOR marker + additional markers as necessary
Darning needle
Scissors
Iron with steam option or basin for soaking and wool wash

Gauge
Worked in the round in the color work pattern
24 STS and 32 Rounds =4” after blocking