Balkan Tour Hat

I made two versions of the same pattern – square shape and classic beanie. It's all about stranded colorwork knitting technique. I applied „The Turtle“, geometric ethno motif rooted in Balkan tradition, modified and transformed through my filter. The higher contrast – the better effect. It's very common and recognizable motif on the Pirot's kilims (traditional Serbian handwoven rugs). Bright colors, strong contrasts, a lot of red are used in the making of the kilims, along with the fantastic creativity of the weavers.

These hats are worked from the bottom up. You have basic instruction in written pattern (in English) and complete charts. This pattern can be used for neck warmer s, mittens, pillowcases, bags, blankets...