There is something about the first chill of winter that makes me dream about hitting the slopes – or at least looking like I am ready to!

This hat, perfect for the skier, snowboarder or ski-bunny look alike in your life is full of options. Beanie style (or not), earflaps (or not), braids (or not) and for a man or woman are a few of the options you’ll have to choose from. What won’t you have to do? Waste loads of time knitting or finishing this project. It works up quickly in bulky yarn, making it the perfect last-minute gift for that man (or woman) in your life. Total time I spent? Six hours – three hats and a design, BAAM!

Ski-Bea is knit from the bottom up in the round. The garter stitch band and earflaps add thickness for warmth and structure while the Inverness Diamond pattern hints of argyle without going over the top (you don’t want to scare your manly man, do you?). The interlocking diamonds are maintained throughout the crown and create an unusual geometric shaping.

Update 10/21/10
There are two ways to purchase this pattern, for personal use or for seller’s use.

• If you buy the personal pattern, you may only knit from the pattern for yourself or for gift giving. 


• If you buy the seller pattern, it allows you to sell an unlimited number of finished products. This is lifetime license with no sample knitting required. I ask that credit be given and that you provide a link from your listings to my etsy, HC and Ravelry pattern store. I will provide you with the links and exact wording. Additionally, I will link to your shop information from my stores – perhaps you’ll get some extra business!

• Are you interested in selling, but want to see the pattern first? You may purchase the personal version and if you decide to sell, I’ll refund you the difference!

• If you would like to purchase the seller pattern, please contact me for an invoice or visit Natalie Larson Designs.