Wild Duck Pixie Hat

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The Wild Duck Pixie Hat is all about the magic of nature and the tiny details we sometimes overlook. When I designed this, I kept imagining wild ducks gliding along a quiet lake, their feathers catching the sunlight in shimmering greens, golds, and blues. It’s like they’re wearing their own little works of art.

The colorwork in the hat reflects that—the rich, layered shades of their plumage, and the way the light plays off their feathers.

I went for natural, cozy yarns that are perfect for outdoor adventures. And that pom pom on top? It’s made from all the colors used in the hat—a little burst of joy that feels as playful and alive as the ducks themselves.

The Design also symbolizes a little piece of the wild you can carry with you—a reminder of nature’s beauty.

Yarn: Light worsted weight yarn.

Kelbourne Woolens Andorra (60% Merino Wool, 20% Highland Wool, 20% Mohair; light worsted weight, 185 yards
per 50 g skein) and Malabrigo Rios (100% Superwash Merino Wool, light worsted weight, 210 yards per 100 g skein)

GAUGE
21 stitches = 10 cm (4 inches) using US size 7 (4.5 mm) needles in stockinette stitch.

NEEDLES
For the Body:
US size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle, 40 cm (16 inches) in length.
For the Ribbing:
US size 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, 40 cm (16 inches) in length.
Alternative: Double-pointed needles (DPNs) or Magic Loop technique.

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle for finishing
Scissors
Scrap yarn for holding stitches
Optional: Pom pom maker for the top