Plus Side Hat

“On the Plus Side…” While we can’t always change what is happening around us, we are always capable of adjusting our outlook. This hat is intended to radiate positivity, reminding us to look on the bright side when things get difficult. While it is worked from brim to crown, the stranded colorwork results in a starburst of color at the top of the beanie that radiates into plus signs surrounding the body of the hat. The result is a cheerful bit of warmth sure to bring positive vibes to your everyday life. Check out the matching mittens to coordinate your style and complete the set!

SIZES
Adult S (M, L)
Hat Circumference: 19 (20.25, 21.75)” / 48 (51.5, 55.5) cm
Hat Depth: 9.5” / 24 cm
To be worn with 0-2” / 0-5 cm negative ease

YARN
Lolodidit USA DK (100% Superwash Merino; 280 yards / 115 grams); recommended yardage includes 20% more than what was used in the sample:

MC (navy blue): 84 yds / 78 m
C1 (brown): 95 yds / 86 m
C2 (gold): 22 yds / 20 m
C3 (dark green): 22 yds / 20 m
C4 (light green): 22 yds / 20 m
C5 (bright orange): 14 yds / 13 m
C6 (light blue): 10 yds / 9 m
C7 (blue-purple): 8 yds / 7 m

Sample 1 shown in Narnia (MC), Dragonfly in Amber (C1), Parchment (C2), Sassenach (C3), Tea on the Green (C4), Ice Ice Baby (C5), Denim (C6), Erised (C7)
Sample 2 shown in Naked (MC), Royal (C1), Moraine (C2), Elba Island (C3), Just Ducky (C4), Troll Hair (C5), Sweetness (C6), Blazing 7’s (C7)

NEEDLES
US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 6 (4 mm), or as required to meet gauge: 16” (40 cm) circular for each size and DPNs in larger size

GAUGE
22 sts and 25 rounds = 4” / 10 cm in stranded colorwork

NOTIONS
13-15 stitch markers, tapestry needle

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate