A Simple Hat.

As I have recently made a number of hats for the Holidays, I have come across a big problem. I have used a number of different patterns, but I have yet to find a good pattern, for a masculine hat that is sophisticated in its simplicity. So, I have made my own pattern.

I am sure that this pattern is similar to a number of others out there, but I did create it all on my own, based on what I wanted.





The way that Ramon likes to wear hats, he likes to be able to take the ribbed section and flip it up, or down depending on the temperature. This hat is made to be long enough to almost cover the ear with the ribbing folded up, and made to be very low on the neck, ear, and mostly likely over the eye-brows when the ribbing is flipped down.

Yarns:

I chose to work with this specific yarn because it is very soft, and wonderful to knit with. I have realized that the softer the yarn, the more comfortable on the neck and forehead over long durations of time. Knit with the US size 7 needles, the tightness of the stitches provides generous enough elasticity and a lot of warmth in addition to the softness.

Color A:
Blue Sky Alpacas, Worsted Cotton, 613 Ink (Black), 1 Hank 150 yards, and this project used almost the entire hank.

Color B:
Blue Sky Alpacas, Worsted Cotton, 614 Drift (White), 1 Hank, 150 yards, used probably about 1/4 of a hank.

Gauge:
4.5 sts per inch on size 7 needles
OR 18 sts and 26 rows equals 4" x 4"

Needles:
US size 6, 20" or 24" circular needles, for ribbing
US size 7, 20" or 24" circular needles, for the cap

Large Hat, 24" in Diameter

Ribbing:

Row 1: With Size 6 circular needle, Using Color A, CO 96 sts using continental method, pm,

Row 2: On the next round, Join sides, being careful not to twist stitches.Work in k2 p2 rib, in the round

Row 3-20: Continue working in k2 p2 rib, in the round. Piece should measure 3.25"

Striping:

Row 21: Switch to Size 7 circular needle, working in stockinette stitch, k12, m1, repeat to end of round [110 sts]

Row 22–23: Knit even.

Row 24-25: Add in Color B, be sure to carry up the opposite color at the marker whilst. Knit even

Row 26–28: Switch back to color A, and knit even. (3 rows)

Row 29–37: Switch back to color B, and knit even (8 rows)

Row 38–40: Switch back to color A, and knit even. (3 rows)

Row 41–42: Switch back to color B, and knit even (2 rows). You are now finished with Color B and no longer need to carry it up. Cut the yarn, leaving at least 4" to weave back into secure.

Row 43–55: Using color A knit 12 more rows even. Piece should measure 8" from CO edge.

Cap Decreasing:

Row 56: K11, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 57: K10, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 58: K9, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 59: K8, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 60: K7, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 61: K6, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 62: K5, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 63: K4, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 64: K3, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 65: K2, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 66: K1, k2tog, repeat to end of round

Row 67: K2tog until you have only four stitches remaining. Pull 4 stitches carefully to inside of hat, and using a crochet hook, weave tail of yarn through the stitches, securing.

When I get a moment, I'll create the same pattern for smaller sized hats, as I know this one is on the larger side.

If you find any errors I would love to know!

Enjoy!