In Greek mythology, the Oreads were nymphs that were thought to inhabit mountains. They were associated with Artemis, goddess of the hunt (amongst other things), as she tended to favour mountains and rocky precipes’ for her hunting grounds. This beanie is knitted in the round, from the crown down, making it easy to knit to the perfect length every time. Oread is designed specifically for Dye Happy Yarn’s Strength, a beautifully squishy full DK yarn that is hand dyed in Aotearoa/New Zealand from locally grown and milled wool.

Yarn: 1 skein of Dye Happy Yarn “Strength” shown in shade “Fig Jam” (or approx. 100 - 150 meters 8ply/DK weight yarn)

Needle: 4mm (UK8, US6) 40cm/16 inch circular needles, AND
4.5mm (UK7/ US7) 40cm/16 inch circular needles, AND
4.5mm (UK7, US7) dpns OR, 80cm (32 inch) or longer circular needle if you prefer the magic loop method.
Or needles required to obtain gauge.

Notions: 5 stitch markers, one BOR marker, scissors for cutting yarn, darning needle for weaving in ends, and a tape measure

Tension: 18 sts and 24 rows in stocking stitch using larger needles

Beanie sizes: When picking your size pick closest to your size or the size down

1. Child 3-10 years - 48 cm / 19 in
2. Teen/Small Adult-Medium Adult - 50 cm / 20 in
3. Medium-XL Adult - 55 cm / 22 in +