In the 1940s, Norwegians quietly resisted Nazi occupation by knitting and wearing **red pointed hats with tassels**. What had once been ordinary fishermen’s caps became a visible sign of refusal and solidarity. Eventually, the occupation authorities banned them outright.
More recently, knitters and crocheters in Minnesota revived this tradition in **response to ICE raids and detention expansion**, using red hats as a symbol of support for immigrant communities and resistance to fear and intimidation.
Join us as we begin making **our own red resistance hats**. Complete **beginners** are absolutely welcome — this is a relaxed **community crafting session**, and nobody is expected to finish a hat in one sitting. We’ll help each other get started, share techniques and stories, and make progress together.
Bring red yarn and knitting needles or crochet hooks if you have them. Some extra supplies will be available to share.