So after finished up the Mama Mitts last night I got the gumption to cast on for the next Bucket. It will be a colorblocked version is great bright colors and so far I really like the way it is coming out. I got the band done in bright blue and even the brim (in red) isn't rolling - I used some of the techniques from Bonne Marie to help with that. I purled the last row and then bound off purl-wise. I think it does make a huge difference. I just blocked the brim:



The top of the bucket will be bright yellow. I am using Encore Bulky Weight yarn and so far I really like it. I'm going to be making two in the same colorway, but mixed up a bit, different colors on different sections. I was going to go with a traditional watch cap or jester-y hat for these young fellows, but I think they will like the Bucket - since it is little different than the usual hat fare. If I have time AND yarn, I would like to make some color blocked mittens to go with the hats, but before that I need to get some other projects done.