Crystalized Beanie

*Frost glazed the window in the most beautiful crystalline patterns. She admired its perfect imperfections, peering closer to see the effects of the time frozen. A bright red leaf of autumn, a smooch from her partner, and a snowflake were all displayed in the icy glass. She enjoyed each memory as she looked at winter’s time capsule.* **Difficulty** Easy **Techniques To Indulge In** Top-Down Construction, Working in the Round **Finished Measurements (inches/cm)** 19.5” in circumference x 8.5” tall (50 cm x 22 cm) **Gauge in Pattern** After completing RND 7, the diameter of your hat’s crown when laid flat should measure 6.25 inches (16 cm). **Hook** US Size I/9: 5.50 mm **Notions** Tapestry Needle, Scissors, Tape Measure, Pom-Pom (optional) **Yarn** 160 yards (146 meters) of worsted weight Willamette Valley Wool Company, South Hills (50% Baby Alpaca, 50% Merino Wool), (1) skein: 180 yards (165 meters) and 100 grams (3.5 ounces) per skein Color: Silver Lining