Pattern - Hat - The Swirl Hat in Merino DK Single Ply - 1000

This pattern is the most comfortable hat ever.

It gently hugs your head, while the folded brim gives you the double protection and warmth.

Perfect pattern to show off those wonderful variegated colors.

Pattern is written for any DK or Aran weight yarn.

You need: US Size 8 Double Pointed Needles for the decrease of the crown.

US Size 6 circular Needle - 16" length for the brim & US Size 8 Circular Needles - 16" length for the Swirl  "body" of the hat. 

1 Marker so you can keep track of your rounds.

1 skein of DK weight yarn or 1 skein of Aran weight yarn.

Pattern was updated today 4/23/2026.

An alternative option for the decrease of the crown of the hat as added.

This pattern is a digital down load.