Knitted Xcellent Adventure Hat

Crafted with care and precision, the Adventure Hat is a masterpiece of knitting artistry. This unique piece combines style and functionality, making it the perfect accessory for any outdoor excursion. The intricate design of the hat showcases the skill and expertise of the artisan who carefully knitted each stitch with attention to detail. The Adventure Hat is not just a piece of clothing, but a statement of individuality and creativity. With its cozy feel and eye-catching design, the Adventure Hat is sure to turn heads wherever you go. The blend of colors and textures in the knit create a visually appealing pattern that adds a touch of flair to any outfit. Whether you're hiking in the mountains or strolling through the city streets, the Adventure Hat is the perfect companion for your next journey. Embrace the spirit of adventure with this one-of-a-kind accessory that is as unique as you are.

Sizes: Teen/Adult Small (Adult Large)
Yarn: Lang Yarns Novena Color (50% Wool, 30% Alpaca, 20% Nylon; 240 yards [220 meters]/50 grams); #0009 Rosa/Violet/Blue - one to two skeins (two skeins) (side note again: I completed my size small hat with one skein)

Needles: One 16" circular needle in size US 6; one 16" circular needle in size US 8, and one set of double pointed needles (dpns), also in size US 8

Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker

Gauge: 22 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette
So let's make a hat! Using your size US 6 circular needle, then, cast on 112 (128) stitches loosely, place marker, and join in round. Then we'll do a simple ribbing, as follows:
Ribbing Row: * k1, p2, k1; rep from *
Knit this ribbing row measures roughly 1.75" (2"). Transfer your work to your size US 8 needle and knit three rows around. Then we'll begin the pattern, as follows. Notice that your slipped stitches will seem short by the time you reach rows 11 & 23; simply tug them a bit when you work those rows to make them more pronounced. :)
Rows 1 - 4: * slip 1 stitch with yarn in back (sl1), k6, sl1, k8; rep from *
Row 5: * drop slipped stitch to front of work and slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, pick up and place dropped stitch on left-hand needle, slip 3 stitches back to left-hand needle, and k4; then, slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, drop next slipped stitch to front of work, slip the 3 stitches back to your left-hand needle and pick up and place dropped stitch on left hand needle, k12 *

Row 6: * k3, sl2, (bring yarn to front of work, slip last two stitches back to left-hand needle, pass yarn to back of work around stitches, slip two stitches back to right-hand needle) three times, k11 *
Rows 7 - 10: * k3, sl2, k11 *
Row 11: * slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, drop next slipped stitch to front of work, slip the 3 stitches back to your left-hand needle and pick up and place dropped stitch on left hand needle, k4; then, drop slipped stitch to front of work and slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, pick up and place dropped stitch on left-hand needle, slip 3 stitches back to left-hand needle, and k12 *
Row 12: knit
Rows 13 - 16: * k8, sl1, k6, sl1 *
Row 17: *k8, drop slipped stitch to front of work and slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, pick up and place dropped stitch on left-hand needle, slip 3 stitches back to left-hand needle, and k4; then, slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, drop next slipped stitch to front of work, slip the 3 stitches back to your left-hand needle and pick up and place dropped stitch on left hand needle, k4 *
Row 18: * k11, sl2, (bring yarn to front of work, slip last two stitches back to left-hand needle, pass yarn to back of work around stitches, slip two stitches back to right-hand needle) three times, k3 *
Rows 19 - 22: * k11, sl2, k3 *
Row 23: * k8, slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, drop next slipped stitch to front of work, slip the 3 stitches back to your left-hand needle and pick up and place dropped stitch on left hand needle, k4; then, drop slipped stitch to front of work and slip next 3 stitches purlwise from left needle to right needle, pick up and place dropped stitch on left-hand needle, slip 3 stitches back to left-hand needle, and k4 *
Row 24: knit
Knit rows 1- 24 twice (knit rows 1 - 24 twice, and then knit rows 1 - 12 again) (side note: this is my repeat recommendation for a hat that fits like a beanie - and, if you're making the smaller size, this is the maximum number of repeats you can complete if you want to finish the hat with one skein. If you have extra yarn or want a slouchier look, though [which I think could be KILLER in this design], go ahead and add more repeats as you see fit). Next, knit two rows around and transfer work to your dpns. Then we'll begin our decrease, as follows:
Decrease Row 1: * k2tog; rep from * (56 stitches (64 stitches))
Decrease Row 2: * k2tog * (28 stitches (32 stitches))
Decrease Row 3: * k2tog * (14 stitches (16 stitches))
Decrease Row 4: * k2tog * (7 stitches (8 stitches))
Complete decrease rows 1 - 4, clip yarn tail, and thread through remaining 7 (8) stitches. Thread yarn tail to inside of hat and knot. Tuck in ends.