Breakthrough is inspired by the many paths, trails, and roads we all travel. Some are short and others long. These lines represent our journeys to discovery. On each path, we hope to connect with others - listen, learn, and respect each other - and continue to grow.

Breakthrough is a great unisex hat to add to your wardrobe. It is designed for DK weight yarn using two contrasting colors.

It was first featured in the January 2020 Issue 5 of yarnpeople.

Yarn
Designed for DK weight yarn. Uses 484 yd / 443 m.
MC: 57 (65, 69, 75, 85) yd / 52 (59, 63, 69, 78) m.
CC: 47 (55, 58, 63, 71) yd / 43 (50, 53, 58, 65) m.

Sample
Neighborhood Fiber Co., Studio DK (100% Superwash Merino, 275 yd / 251.5 m, 113 g) in Lexington Market (MC) & Federal Hill (CC)

Gauge
24 sts x 34 rnds = 10 cm/4” square in stockinette in the round before blocking with larger needles.

Needles
US 4 /3.5 mm 16” / 40 cm circular needle
US 6 /4.0 mm 16” / 40 cm circular needle
US 6 /4.0 mm double pointed needles (set of 4)

Tools
stitch marker, tapestry needle

Finished Dimensions
Toddler (Child, S, M, L)
To fit head: 42.5 (46, 48.5, 51.5, 58.5) cm/16.75 (18, 19, 20.25, 23)” around.
The hat is worn with 5 cm/2” of negative ease.

Difficulty Level
Beginner to Adventurous Beginner

Techniques
knit, purl, knit in the round, k2tog, make 1 right, knitting with 2 colors