The first installment in the 2012 Stitch Red campaign, this slouchy hat features the intriguing and fun to knit Hearts of Oak stitch pattern. Subtle, textured heart shapes are formed by increases and decreases, and while the right and wrong sides of the fabric look different, they both look fantastic. You may even be inclined to wear it inside out!

Finished Measurements: about 20” around

Yarn: 1 skein Valley Yarns Northampton (100% Wool, 100g/247yds) color Red

Needles: US 7 (4.50mm) 16” circular and DPNs; US 5 (3.75mm) 16” circular or DPNs for brim

Gauge: 24 sts and 28 rows = 4” in main body pattern st with larger needles, after blocking; 18 sts and 26 rows = 4” in stockinette st with larger needles

Purchase Valley Yarns Northampton in Red and/or the Valley Yarns 452 Hearts of Oak Hat  pattern in support of Stitch Red! We'll donate 5% of the proceeds to The Heart Truth through June 30th, 2013.

Join Kirsten for the Hearts of Oak knitalong on the Ready, Set, Knit podcast.