Toph Hat

I have to confess that I am scrolling way too long on my Instagram feed. My algorithm is favoring knit designers, test knitters, indie dyers, and other fiber creatives. My Ravelry favorites have increased exponentially. 

One fine day (Labor Day weekend) I decided to untether and actually knit one of my discoveries. This hat is called Toph by Woolly Wormhead, a designer who specializes in hats knitted vertically. 

  

I used DK yarn from Shady Grove Alpacas Moonstar, and used up another skein of DK Diakeito Diavoyage. 

My row gauge was a little tight, so the hat fits like a beanie. At first I was a little sad that there is no slouch, but I really enjoy the close fit and extreme warmth!

One obligatory shot with Moonstar and new side-kick, Peggy-O. 

 

Merry Christmas, everyone! I hope you are celebrating a joyful and safe holiday in spite of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. *big sigh* Here's sending you some positive vibes for negative test results so you can enjoy the egg nog!