The October National Park hat is inspired by a gorgeous photo I once saw of the Great Smoky Mountains. While I haven’t yet had the pleasure of visiting this wondrous place, it’s on my bucket list for sure! I had no idea that this park is actually the most visited National Park in the US! When I saw Anzula’s Squishy Sock Skeinettes in this Knitting in the Rain color palette, I immediately recalled this image of the Great Smoky Mountains and knew it would be perfect. I kept the design simple so as to really show off the color changes throughout the hat. I hope you love this soft and plush hat as much as I do! I’ll be wearing it a ton this coming winter!

Materials:
-1 set Anzula Squishy Skeinettes (Fingering Weight, 80%Merino Wool/10% Cashmere/10% Nylon, 335yds total) shown in color palette - Knitting in the Rain
-US size 5 - 16” circular needles
-US size 7 - 16” circular needles AND double point needles
-Stitch marker
-Darning needle for weaving ends

Gauge:
24 sts = 4” in 1x1 body pattern, yarn held double on US 7 needles, after steam blocking.

Sizes & Finished Measurements:
S to fit up to a 20” head circumference. Measures 15” unstretched & 8.75” tall.
M to fit up to a 21” head circumference. Measures 16” unstretched & 9” tall.
L to fit up to a 22” head circumference. Measures 18” unstretched & 9” tall.