Originally knitted to wear on the Appalachian Trail, this great hat owes its name to a chilly day hike. Quick and easy to knit, I developed this hat for my own bulky handspun yarn, but any bulky yarn will do. The knit and purl pattern shows off the natural beauty of the yarn without being too complicated to knit.

This hat looks great on men or women, in natural colors, tweeds or brights. Whether you use your own handspun or a great purchased yarn, this hat is both warm and stylish in the country or city.