Quick Knit #2

My goal when I started writing my blog yesterday was to knit one project per day until Christmas so knitters could see that there was still time to get gifts done. It turned out that my second quick knit took almost 2 days instead of 1. It turned out great though so I'm still happy with the project and definitely consider it a quick knit.

This knitted hat is perfect for the men in your life. Husband, boyfriend, brother, etc... I used less than one skein of Berroco Ultra Alpaca in a subdued blue/grey color. I followed the pattern exactly except that I did the ribbing for about 6" instead of 5 1/2".  I don't think it would have fit if I had stopped at 5 1/2".  You can find the free pattern here 
 http://stephanieknits.blogspot.com/2007/03/keeping-boyfriends-ears-warm-since-2006.html

Tonight I'm going to start on another hat that is one of my absolute favorites! Laurie found the pattern and added beads which is beautiful but definitely slows me down on the project. I find that the self striping yarn and the easy, repetitive lace pattern is enough to make it fabulous.  Pictures tomorrow!!
Happy knitting!