Knitting is (almost) always very relaxing, but I can't remember having this much fun making a pattern. The intricate cables require paying close attention, but seeing how the design will manifest is also strangely addictive. While I was working on the first hat, if I took a break to do anything else (say, adulty thing like working or chores) I'd find myself wishing I was back home knitting, seeing what the next row would bring. Long story short: this pattern was a joy and a delight to make.
Pattern: Habitat by Jared Flood for Brooklyn Tweed. Blue version: size small, using BT Shelter in Tartan. Purple version: size large, using BT Shelter in Plume
Lessons: Don't fret about running out of yarn on this hat, one skein is enough and a little extra will be left over. On version two I focused a lot more on keeping my tension tighter while making the cables and I think this resulted in more even cables. I think this is well worth the effort/attention on future projects.
