A simple, graphic stranded colorwork hat with some sweet details—deep, double-thick brioche ribbing to support plush colorwork fabric; smart decreases that preserve pattern integrity; included templates to make the pompom of your dreams.

Pattern includes:

• Illustrated instructions for alternate tubular cast-on and a simple jogless join
• Printable templates and illustrated instructions for making perfect pompoms
• Charts and written instructions

This hat calls for four colors of worsted weight yarn. You will need approximately 1 1/4 oz (50 g) of a main color and 5/8 oz (25 g) each of three contrast colors—dive into that stash!

Video quick tips:

Alternating Tubular Cast On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V23m17G7S1w