Tweedy Hope Hat

Knitting for beginners doesn't have to be brightly colored or childish looking. If you're looking for something a little more grown-up, try the Tweedy Hope Hat. This easy knit hat pattern features a rolled brim and a two-color band in a sophisticated tweed-like design that looks particularly good in neutral shades. Because it's made with large needles and super-bulky yarn, this hat knits up quickly. It's a perfect hat to knit for charity or to give as a gift for fashion-conscious friends and family.

Knitting Needle Size13 or 9 mm, Circular Knitting Needles, Double-Pointed Knitting Needles (DPNs)

Yarn Weight(6) Super Bulky/Super Chunky (4-11 stitches for 4 inches)

Gauge1 stitches, 2 rows, 3 inches. stockinette stitch