This precious hat functions as a stitch sampler class, since you learn cabling, adding color, the linen stitch – and a whole lot of techniques along the way. 

This pattern is available as a class here.
 
Skill level: Advanced beginner
 
Yarn: 100% Alpaca, DK weight yarn; for largest size, 195 yards in main color, 80 yards in primary trim color, and less than 65 yards in secondary trim color
 
Needles: U.S. 5, 16” circular
 
Finished Measurements: 17” newborn and infants, 19” babies and toddlers, 21” big kids