Alaska Doodle (Hat)

**DESTINATION DOODLES** enable you to design & knit your favorite location! **THE ALASKA DOODLE** was inspired by the breathtaking natural beauty of the state of Alaska. Whether it's the rugged mountain ranges, icy oceans, or the iconic wildlife that you love about Alaska, this collection is perfect for any cozy project for beautiful, endless winters.  **The 13 Alaska Charts** include a blue whale, whale tail, iceberg, snow-capped mountain, snowflakes, moose, bald eagle, salmon, canoe, fishing pole, hydroplane, dog sled, and Alaskan malamute.. Check out #PKCAlaskaDoodle for more inspiration! For additional pattern formats, please see [Alaska Doodle Collection][1]. This is a Doodle Series Pattern, which means it includes micro charts intended to be used as mix-and-match colorwork motifs throughout the project. Use the charts in this pattern, or you can substitute ANY other Doodle charts! This hat is knit starting with a folded ribbed brim, followed by a section of stranded colorwork, and finished with standard crown decreases.  **SIZES** Approx. 14, 16, 18 (20, 22, 24) in [35, 40, 45 (50, 55, 60) cm] circumference. Approx. 6.5, 7, 7.5 (8, 8.5, 9) in [16, 17.5, 19 (20, 21.5, 22.5) cm] height. **YARN** Any DK, light worsted, or sport weight yarn that meets gauge. Doodles are designed to use leftover yarn, yarn advents, or any other small batches of colorways in your stash. Yarn shown is a suggestion from the Designer. Alternative yarns are encouraged. Sample uses Astro Worsted, 100% Peruvian Highland Wool by [Nanostitch Lab][2], 50g 123yards [112 m]. Yardage listed in total yards per size in colorwork due to the customizable nature of this pattern. 175, 200, 225 (250, 275, 300) yards 160, 182, 206 (227, 251, 274) meters **NEEDLES** US 5/3.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge One size smaller needle for ribbing (optional) 16 in [40 cm] circular needles + Magic Loop or DPNs for crown decreases **GAUGE** 24 sts & 24 rounds per 4 in [10 cm] in colorwork **NOTIONS** Stitch markers (one in different color) Scissors & Tapestry needle **SPECIAL TECHNIQUES** Special techniques include stranded colorwork in the round, ribbing, and decreases. **SHARING** Please share progress photos and finished projects using #PKCAlaskaDoodle and @pacificknitco For more information, see **www.pacificknitco.com** [1]: https://pacificknitco.com/collections/alaska-doodle-collection [2]: https://www.nanostitchlab.com/