Colby

<hr/> Colby is a great basic hat pattern that's easy to cusomize. The simple shape is perfect for showcasing a special yarn, or mixing it up with color-blocking or scrappy stripes—the choice is yours! Designed for DK weight yarn, the pattern includes a handy chart that makes it easy to change yarn weights and gauges. **Sizes** x-small, small, medium, large, x-large, xx-large **Finished measurements** 16 (17½, 19, 20¼, 21¾, 23¼)" \[40.5 (44.5, 48, 51.5, 55.5, 59) cm\] circumference at band. **Yarn** *Approximate* yardage requirements in a DK weight yarn: Beanie: 95 (105, 112, 121, 131, 138) yds \[87 (96, 102, 111, 119, 126) m\] Medium slouch: 140 (152, 164, 178, 190, 202) yds \[128 (139, 150, 163, 174, 184) m\] Super slouch: 161 (176, 190, 204, 218, 232) yds \[148 (161, 174, 186, 199, 212) m\] Watchcap: 138 (149, 161, 176, 187, 199) yds \[126 (137, 148, 161, 171, 182) m\] **Needles** • US 6 \[4 mm\] needles, for ribbed band • US 8 \[5 mm\] needles, or needle two sizes larger than the one used for band **Gauge** *Colby can be knit at a wide range of gauges. The main gauge, listed below is for DK weight yarn, but the pattern also includes a table with cast-on numbers for gauges ranging from 18 to 26 sts = 4" \[10 cm\]* 21 sts x 30 rows/rounds = 4" \[10 cm\] in stockinette, after washing and blocking. <hr/> Questions? Want to share your FOs? Please visit the [Colby discussion thread][1] in the Blue Bee Studio group. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/blue-bee-knits/topics/4086603