Stitch a Red Hat AND Take Direct Action for Change 

Yarn & Patterns

No matter which pattern you stitch, please purchase the Melt the Ice Hat from Needle & Skein, as proceeds are donated to support folks impacted in Minnesota. They have already raised over $400,000 (growing daily).

Melt the Ice Hat Pattern

Want to knit or crochet a red hat, but you'd like to use a different pattern? Check out our Ravelry favorites bundle. 

Red Yarn

We are no longer offering a discount on red yarn for hats. Instead, we will be donating 10% of sales from all red yarn purchased throughout February 2026. We will be splitting the donations among ICIRR, Midwest Immigrant Bond Fund, and Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights. We still have red yarn in fingering, dk & worsted weights, and we have more on the way. 

Resources for Resistance & Action

We've compiled a list of resources to help you take direct action, use your voice, volunteer, donate, and support the resistance. Resources are focused on Illinois and Minnesota. 

All-Color Hat Donation Drive

If you're interested in receiving a hat (in exchange for a donation), please fill out this form to be notified when red hats are available. Filling out this form does not guarantee you will receive a hat. Red hats will not be shipped – they will be available for pickup in Chicago.

Red Hat Stitch-In Event at Knit 1

Please do not hesitate to reach out if you'd like to suggest an organization or if you have questions: info@knit1chgo.com