SILAS' HUDSON HAT

This is a great little hat pattern.  It's called the HUDSON HAT, it's a great way to use up scraps, especially self striping and hand dyed yarns, excellently written, and a very quick knit.  It can be made in several sizes.  The one in the photo is Newborn size.  Little Silas, my model, is 5 weeks old.  He should grown into his hat in a few weeks, just in time for cold weather here in Atlanta.  

I used some yarn in my stash - Vintage Berroco in blue.  I added white stripes which I think look like vintage tube sock stripes.  I also added little pom poms at the end of the earflap cords and tip of the hat.  Just perfect for a chubby cheeked little guy!

KNITTED BABY HAT

Since the first time I saw this pattern, The Hudson Hat, on Ravelry, I have wanted to make one.  It is one of the fastest, cutest hats to make and you get to use your imagination and use up some of your favorite scraps.  I started this little hat yesterday and finished it this afternoon.  You start with the I-cord and knit the ear flaps and cast on for the brim.  Then working on circular needles it is a breeze to knit through this project.  I used two different weights, worsted and DK.  The next time I make this pattern, I will used just one weight.  I will need to block this to stretch out the DK yarn a little.  Otherwise, I LOVE it!!!