Swirled Peace

There’s something very peaceful about creating a handknit hat. The rhythm of the needles, the flicking of the yarn, and the quiet moments stolen for this simple act of pleasure are all reasons why hats are such a popular thing to knit. The world outside may be turned on end, but for a brief time you find peace. This hat is worked in two colors of Anzula Gerty, with natural wooly goodness that plumps when blocked. The swirls are created with stranded knitting, intended for knitters with colorwork experience who are comfortable trapping floats as needed. Take some time for yourself. Take time to make Swirled Peace.

SIZES
Adult S (M, L) to fit head circumference of 20 (22, 24)”/ 51 (56, 61)cm with 2”/5cm negative ease; approx. 8.75”/22cm deep

YARN
Anzula GERTY
(100% Targhee, 390 yards / 114g):
Main Color: 1 skein or approx. 165 yards
Contrast Color: 1 skein or approx. 95 yards

Sample shown in ‘Charcoal’ (MC) and ‘Taffy’ (CC)

NEEDLES
US 5 (3.75mm) and US 4 (3.5mm), or as required to meet gauge: 16” (40cm) circular for each size and DPNs in larger size

GAUGE
30 sts and 34 rows = 4”/10cm in stranded colorwork on larger needles

NOTIONS
9 (10, 11) stitch markers, tapestry needle

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate