This hat is knitted in the round from the bottom up. The body is worked in the mosaic technique. This way of knitting is perfect for beginners attempting colour work for the first time. Mosaic patterns are created by holding just one strand of yarn at the time.
The given instructions allow for modifications to create various hat styles, such as a pixie hat, beanie, or a more slouchy drop-off look.

Level
Advanced beginner - this pattern is suitable for knitter wanting to gain experience knitting mosaic colour-work

Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL

Head circumference of approx.
35 - 41 cm, 40 - 45cm, 45 - 50cm, 50 - 55 cm, 55 - 60 cm / 14-16”, 15.7 - 17.7”, 17.7 - 19.7”, 19.7 - 21.7”, 21.7 - 23.7”⁠

Yarn needed
Yarn amount MC up to 50g (60g) 70g (80g) 90g
Yarn amount CC up to 35g (40g) 50g (55g) 60g

Gauge
22 sts x 30 rows = 10 x 10cm (4” x 4”) on needle 4 mm (US6) in stockinette stitch⁠
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Needed:
3.5 mm (US 4) circular needles 40cm / 15” or longer for magic loop for smaller sizes or double-pointed needles⁠
4 mm (US 6) circular needles 40cm /15” or 4 mm (US 6) circular needles 80-100cm / 32-40” for magic loop or double-pointed needles⁠
Stitch markers 1⁠