Intertwined diamonds that come to a point bring to mind a compass, leading you due north.

Worked at a gauge perfect for the coldest of temperatures, the cozy fit and interesting cable motif combine for a stellar hat you will want with you all season.

This is the second pattern released as part of the Shades of Winter collection, a collaboration with Luna Grey Fiber Arts. Kits for the Due North hat (yarn + pattern) are available through Luna Grey here: Due North Kits

Materials:
-150-175 yards of Luna Grey Fiber Arts Nova Worsted (100% Merino, 218 yards/199 meters per 100 grams/3.53 ounces), shown in Tradewinds.
-US #7/ (4.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
- 16” (40 cm) circular and double pointed needles (hat body and crown)
-US #5 3.75 mm or 2 sizes smaller than gauge needles
- 16” 40 cm circular needles (ribbing)
-Cable needle
-10 stitch markers, including one distinguishable to denote end of round
-tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Skills required:
knitting in the round, working cables using a chart or written instructions, decreasing and using double pointed needles.