Xanthous

***Xanthous (adj.) -*** *Marked by yellow coloration.* *This gift-worthy hat knits up quickly in Aran or chunky (light bulky) yarn. Fun cables and lines of twisted stitches that zigzag all the way to the top keep the knitting interesting, and the stretchiness of the stitch pattern means it'll fit a wide range of head sizes.* **SIZE** One size, to fit most adults Finished circumference: 19.25" \[49 cm\] Height: 8.25" \[21 cm\] tall **MATERIALS NEEDED** **Yarn:** Malabrigo Yarn Mecha (100% merino wool; 130yds/119m per 100g skein); color Frank Ochre; 1 skein If substituting, you will need approximately 120yds/110m of Aran or chunky (light bulky) weight yarn. **Recommended needles (check gauge and change size if needed):** US #8 \[5.0 mm\] circular needle, 16" long US #9 \[5.5 mm\] circular needle, 16" long US #9 \[5.5 mm\] set of double-pointed needles (or preferred type of needles for knitting small circumferences in the round) **Notions:** Removable stitch marker Cable needle Yarn needle **GAUGE** 20 sts/24 rnds = 4"/10 cm in Zigzag Cable pattern on larger needles