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Iraira is Māori for “variegated,” reflecting the usage of variegated yarn in this design. Two skeins of yarn are used: one in a solid color and one in a variegated color. This shawl is worked with increases and decreases to shape it into the asymmetrical triangular shape. There’s lots of garter stitch, but the pattern is kept interesting with the use of stripes and slip stitches at different points of the pattern. The shawl is bound off using the picot bind-off for a nice, subtle touch.

This pattern is perfect for the adventurous beginner knitter who has made a few projects, using various skills and techniques. Stitches include knit and slip stitches, as well as a k2tog decrease and a kfbf double increase.

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When I think of the word winter, the Māori New Year Matariki immediately comes to mind. Winter in the Southern Hemisphere runs during the Northern’s summer months — June to August. Matariki refers to the cluster of stars (the Pleiades) that become visible during this time of year, heralding the New Year and giving a prediction of what the next 12 months will bring in terms of crops, weather and growth.

The Whetū Cowl (whetuu meaning star) features a lace star stitch motif in a fuzzy mohair yarn, on a backdrop of the night sky, twinkling with stars (the wool and mohair held together).

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While the Festivus Hat embraces the whimsy of the winter season, its name here descends through my French roots to the Latin where Festivus means “pertaining to a feast, gay, lively, joyous.” As we move into these last months of the year, this festive embrace takes hold and we are reminded to begin preparing for the upcoming gifting season.
This design was inspired by one of the winter season’s most iconic images: the mistletoe. The cables and bobble stitches decorating the body of the hat are meant to mimic the leaves and berries of the plant. The result is a stylish cap, rich in texture and intricate details, while also keeping your head warm and cozy this winter.

And since it’s possible to knit up two hats using one skein of DK yarn (130-150 yards/120-140 meters), you can make one for yourself and one for a knit-worthy friend!

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Nab the Festivus Hat pattern and cast on for a quick-knitted gift that celebrates the lively joy of the winter season!