Chalk Drawings Hat

Doodling in a notebook or drawing with chalk, graphic geometric patterns have always been a fun way to pass the time. This hat uses the same playful spirit of sketching with chalk, with bright hues of Three Irish Girls yarn against a dark gray ‘blacktop’ background. The repetitive and predictable design makes for a relaxing knit, while frequent color changes keep things exciting. The result is an eye-catching beanie with a bit of slouch, featuring graphic colorwork crown decreases that will make your inner child giggle with pleasure at your very own Chalk Drawings.

SIZES 
Adult S (M, L) to fit head circumference of 19.75-21.25 (21.5-23, 23.5-25)”/ 50-54 (54.5-58.5, 59.5-63.5)cm with 1.5-3”/4-7.5cm negative ease; approx. 9.25”/23.5cm deep

YARN 
Three Irish Girls ADORN LUXE (85% Superwash Merino, 15% Nylon; 430 yards / 100 grams): 
Main Color: 1 skein or approx. 165 yards 
Contrast Colors 1-5: 1 set mini skeins or approx. 40 yards each of 5 colors

Sample shown in ‘Doge’s Palace’ (MC) and ‘Sidewalk Chalk’ mini skeins (CC)

NEEDLES 
US 1 (2.25mm) and US 2 (2.75mm), or as required to meet gauge: 16” (40cm) circular for each size and DPNs in larger size

GAUGE 
35 sts and 38 rounds = 4”/10cm in stranded colorwork on larger needles

NOTIONS 
10 (11, 12) stitch markers, tapestry needle

SKILL LEVEL 
Intermediate