A graphic diamond pattern worked with 3 colors of bulky yarn, this pattern will outfit ages 3-adult. The stranded pattern is easily repeated for a slouchy version and a giant pompom tops off this fast and simple knit.

SIZE S(L) 17(20) inches around, to fit ages 3-6 (8-adult), optional extra depth for slouchy hat.

MATERIALS
When choosing yarn for this project your CC1 should be a lighter version of your CC2, and your MC should be a high contrast to both the contrast colors. This will create dimension in the finished piece.

Large (L) Yellow and Grey Slouchy Version: Schachenmayr Original, Boston [70% acrylic, 30% wool; 1.75oz/50g; 60 yds/55m balls]; MC #121 Neon Yellow 2 balls with pompom, 1 ball without pom pom, CC1 #92 Storm Grey Heather,
CC2 #197 Graphite, 1 ball each.

Large (L) Orange and Blue Beanie Version: Knitpicks, Wool of the Andes Bulky [100% wool, 137yds/100g skeins]; MC #24681 Masala, CC1 #25554 Beach Glass, CC2 #23960 Navy, 1 skein each.

Large (L) Blue and Black Beanie Version: Knitpicks, Wool of the Andes Bulky [100% wool, 137yds/100g skeins]; MC #25554 Beach Glass, CC1 #23960 Navy, CC2 #24270 Coal, 1 skein each.

Small (S) Blue and Red Beanie Version: Knitpicks, Wool of the Andes Bulky [100% wool, 137yds/100g skeins]; MC #25106 Red CC1 Beach Glass, CC2 #23960 Navy, #25554, 1 skein each.

1 set US #9/5.5mm 16 inch circular needle AND DPNS

1 set US #10/6mm 16 inch circular needle

Tapestry needle, 1 large button (optional) stitch marker

GAUGE
14 sts/17rows = 4” in stockinette stitch
10 sts x 10 sts= 2.75” wide x 2.75” tall over charted pattern