I know it's a little early for snow, but I wanted some instant-gratification knitting last weekend.
Neige hat.
I unvented the pattern, casting on 48 stitches and working garter in the round till it was tall enough, then decreasing gradually to round the top.
The yarn is Blue Sky Alpaca Bulky, in a soft cloud grey.
I used 2 skeins.
It's extremely warm and soft.
Winter, I'm ready when you are.
32 comments:
CelticCastOn
said...
Take your time indeed! Your hat looks great though, nice and cosy!
Renee
said...
lovely!!!
Holly M
said...
Sweet -- a hat I may even wear -- if I can ever get knitting again -- we missed you tonight!
silverpebble
said...
It is simple and beautiful. I love the slight chunkiness of the yarn.
jane
said...
So simple and perfect.
knitbot
said...
love
Aline
said...
Your hair is sooo long now! pretty!
P R I M O E Z A
said...
your work and blog are adorable. i'll be back :)
Jodi
said...
Love it! Very classic and cozy with all that squooshy garter stitch.
Your hair is so long -- it looks great! I've been growing mine out, too, but you have me beat.
Anonymous
said...
You can't go wrong preparing too early. And who says you can't wear them through the fall?
Anonymous
said...
I know!! I love bulky wool because it's so stylish but so quick to knit.
Unknown
said...
simply perfect.
Margie Oomen
said...
in ottawa it almost always snows before halloween
and that isn't far off, is it?
Allison
said...
Beautiful! That yarn looks just perfect for winter (and fall! Let it still be fall for just a little longer).
craftivore
said...
Love the simplicity of this design and how you make the bulky alpaca shine. But, please don't make it snow yet.
Lynette
said...
nice, quick knit! and it looks lovely.
Sandra
said...
I love the cloud grey color. Such a lovely knit.
villasukka
said...
Hellou from Finland!
margaux
said...
gorgeous hat! love it!
villasukka
said...
lovely, hello from Finland!
t does wool
said...
incredible ..that instant gratification is.
beautiful and warm nicole..
I am so woefully behind with my comments..
forgive xx
villasukka
said...
Helou from Finland.
There is winter.
Alexiev
said...
Very cool cap...
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villasukka
said...
lovely weekend
Kamigaeru
said...
Just stumbled on your blog from somewhere knit-related... I'm absolutely captivated by your photos, as well as your taste for lovely, simple knits! I plan to keep reading. Thank you for sharing!
melissa
said...
that is completey gorgeous, nicole. only you could make garter stitch look so good!
etre-soi
said...
Hi Nicole,
Yes I know but I also know that it's taking a lot of time for overseas parcels to arrive, I ordered a pair of shoes from Canada 1 month ago and still haven't received it...
Thank you, I love my new dress especially beacause it's so warm :)
Anonymous
said...
so inspiring! that hat is beautiful. i would proudly wear it everyday. love your blog Nicole :0)
Anonymous
said...
this is the coolest hat i've ever seen!
Sonia / COZY MEMORIES
said...
thank you very much for stopping by my blog in 2011. Happy New Year to you too !! :)
rug cleaning Reno
said...
Very informative post. I don't think I've come across the angle you present the information in a brilliant way.
Felony DUI
said...
That hat looks cool and cozy.
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