Hinagiku Hat

 As the title of this post would suggest, the pattern for this hat is called Hinagiku. I have no idea how to pronounce it, so don't ask. The designer is Japanese, so that should explain it. It's available as a free download on Ravelry. I love the way it looks and fits. I knit it up in Berroco Vintage DK. The colour is so pretty and is very much loved by the recipient and her daughter. I sent it to a friend of mine, Mrs. S. She used to go to school with me, but we didn't really become friends until we went to collage together way back in 1995. They say opposites attract, and I think that happens with us. While she worked hard, I slacked off. We shared a great love of Alanis Morissette though, so our friendship was formed. I believe good friendship is rare, and so it often makes me sad that so many of my favorite friends live so far away. At least I get to see her every now and then on my trips back home. I know she has been waiting for a hat since I saw her last summer.

The great texture in this hat is created using the daisy stitch or the star stitch, as it is sometimes called. I admit that this was a little tricky at first, and I ended up ripping it back and starting again more than once. After watching a couple of youtube videos I got it down. It's not a fast stitch to knit, but it looks so great. This yet another gift that I plan on recreating for myself in the future. I even think there is some yarn in my stash that I use for it. It may not happen for some time though. I have to get finished with my mothers birthday present and fast! So I'm heading back to work. Laters!