Knitted Hat for Ken
I have tried quite a few hat patterns and finally found one
that I like.
He says he is very happy with the fit and color.
The yarn I used is from Hobby Lobby and is called 'I love this yarn.'
Color is Tin Roof.
Pattern called for size needles 7 and 8 but I used sizes 3 and 4 to get the size I wanted.
Pattern
With smaller needles cast on 106 stitches.
1st row - (RS) K1, *K2, P2, Repeat from * to last stitch, K1
2nd row - P1, *K2, P2, Repeat from * to last stitch, P1
Repeat these two rows for ribbing until work measures 6 inches
Change to larger needles and continue with stockinette stitch till work from the beginning measures 8 inches.
Shape Crown
1st row (RS) - K1, * K2tog, K22, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 98 Sts
Second and alt rows P
3rd row - K1, * K2tog, K20, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 90 Sts
5th row - K1, * K2tog, K18, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 82 Sts
7th row - K1, * K2tog, K16, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 74 Sts
9th row - K1, * K2tog, K14, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 66 Sts
11th row - K1, * K2tog, K12, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 58 Sts
13th row - K1, * K2tog, K10, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 50 Sts
15th row - K1, * K2tog, K8, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 42 Sts
17th row - K1, * K2tog, K6, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 34 Sts
19th row - K1, * K2tog, K4, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 26 Sts
21st row - K1, * K2tog, K2, SSK, Rep from * to last st, K1 - 18 Sts
Break yarn, leaving a long end for sewing. Thread yarn through remaining 18 stitches. Draw up and fasten securely. Sew back seam, reversing half way through ribbing for turnback cuff.
Easy Pattern
I made a hat very similar to this one for my husband... even the same yarn! He likes it because it's nice and warm. I also had to use smaller needles.
ReplyDeleteIt looks perfect for a guy. I have a feeling it will get a lot of wear this winter.
ReplyDeleteWell done Karen. I am a very slow knitter but thanks for the pattern. I may give it a try but no promises. Your turned out lovely. Glad Ken ♥ it. When it comes to cold weather, any hat will do for me as long as its warm.
ReplyDeleteIf I wore hats, I certainly would love this one.
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