A Baker's Dozen 13 Knitted Hats for Baby
by Erika Flory
A Baker's Dozen
13 Hats to Knit for Baby
by Erika Flory Photography: Erika Flory Layout: Erika Flory Copyright 2008 by Erika Flory Published by www.lulu.com
Introduction
Hats are the greatest things to knit for babies. You can be flashy, traditional, funky or mellow in your choices of design and color. They're quick to knit up, so even if you have a last-minute baby shower to attend, you won't go empty handed. And your gift will be the hit of the shower, guaranteed. A Baker's Dozen is a compilation of hat patterns from my website, www.kidknits.biz where I also offer patterns for sweaters, blankets and other baby items as well as kits. All the patterns call for worsted weight yarn to knit up on size 7 circular needles at 4 stitches to the inch. While the specific patterns call for cotton yarn, you can substitute yarn as long as you get the same gauge. They're worked in the round so there are no seams to sew, only ends to work in, and, if you've made one of the hats with add-on decorations, a little time to make these up. If you find you need help with technique, visit www.knittinghelp.com for terrific instructional videos that will take you from basics to more advanced. Have fun, be inspired, and happy knitting
Fruit Hat
This is my version of the popular fruit hat. The leaves are knitted separately and sewn on. At first, I called this my Apple Hat, but found that people who saw it at craft shows called it a tomato, a strawberry, whatever red fruit or veggie came to mind. It also looks great in yellow, orange, or purple.
Finished Measurements 18"(19")
Yarn
Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5~\mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#95\;\mathrm{Red}$ ; or color $\#11$ Sunburst; or color $\#10$ Yellow, or color $\#49$ Deep Purple; 12 yards color $\#62$ Emerald; and 4 yards color #121 Chocolate Needles 16" Size 7 (4.5mm)circular needle and Size 7 (4.5mm)double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 roundss $.{=}4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. NOTES: Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·I Cord: on double pointed needle, knit 3 sts BUT DO NOT TURN WORK. Slide sts to end of needle, knit 3 sts, pulling firmly on the yarn before each row.. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. Hat With circular needles and Main Color, cast on 68 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knitting every round, work 40 (46) rows. Shape Top: Round 1: $^{*1}\mathrm{k7}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}6$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round .Round 3: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}5$ ， $_{\mathrm{k}2}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 4: $\ast\mathrm{k}4$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 5: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}3$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 6: $^{\ast1}\mathrm{k}2$ . k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 7: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}2$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. There should be 8(9) sts over 3 double pointed needles. Stem Change to brown; knit 2 rounds. Next row: Dec 2(3) sts in round. There should be 6 sts. Work I-Cord for 6 rows. Bind off. Leaves With green, leaving a long tail, cast on 3 sts. Row I: Knit Row 2: K1, yo, k1, yo, k1 Row 3 & all odd rows: Purl Row 4: k2, yo, kl, yo, k2 Row 6: k3, yo, k1, yo, k3 Row $\pmb{\delta}:\mathbf{k}4$ yo, kl, yo, k4 Row 10: k5, yo, k1, yo, k5 Row 12: SL 1, knit 1, pass slip st over knit sit (SSK), Knit to last 2 sts, k 2 together. Row 13 & all odd rows: Purl Repeat rows 12 & 13 until 3 sts remain. SL 1, K2tog, pass slip st over the knit sts. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail, and pull through the last stitch.
Finishing
Thread tapestry needle with tail of brown yarn and work down through the inside of the stem and fasten off inside. Sew leaves firmly on each side of stem. Work in all loose ends.
Strawberry Hat
After the fruit hat was such a success, Ibranched out, so to speak, and tried my hand at a strawberry.
Finished Measurements 16" (18")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5~\mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color #95 Red (R); 1 ball color $\#62$ Emerald (G); 1 ball color #10 Yellow (Y) Needles 16’ Size 7 circular needl; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 roundss $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smallr size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, change to double pointed needes
Hat
With circular needles and red, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knitting every round, work 2 1/2"' $(3^{\circ})$ from beginning. Next round, begin Strawberry Pattern: \*K7 R, K1 Y. Repeat from \* to end of round. Knit 3 rounds with red. \*K3 R, K1 Y, K4 R. Repeat from \* to end of round. Knit 3 rounds with red. Repeat the design sequence 3 (5) times. Leaves Rounds I & 2:\*K7R, K1 G. Repeat from \* to end of round. Rounds 3 & 4: \*K5R, K3G. Repeat from \* to end of round. Rounds 5 & 6: \*K3R, K5G. Repeat from \* to end of round. Rounds 7-12: \*K1R, K7G. Repeat from \* to end of round. Work 2 rounds in green only. Shape Top Change to double-pointed needles and work decreases as follows: Round 1: $\ast\mathrm{K}6$ , K2 tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*}\mathrm{K}5$ , K2 tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 3: $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}4$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 4: $^{*}\mathrm{K}3$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 5: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 6: $^{*}\mathrm{K}1$ , K 2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 7: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off securely. Finishing Work in all loose ends.
Pumpkin Hat
Some of my biggest craft shows were in the Fall, and what better gift to give an October or November baby than his or her own very own pumpkin hat? It's also a terific first Halloween costume, and even though it's seasonal, it is still very cute all year.
Finished Measurements 18"(19")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, 2.5 oz balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#11$ Sunburst; 20 yards #121 Chocolate Needles Size 7 $\left(4.5\:\mathrm{mm}\right)$ circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to dp needles ·I Cord: on double pointed needle, knit 3 sts BUT DO NOT TURN WORK. Slide sts to end of needle, knit 3 sts, pulling firmly on the yarn before each row. Hat With circular needles, cast on 68 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knit 6 rounds, then begin PURL RIB: Round 1:\*Knit 7 sts, purl 1, repeat from \* to end of round; end knit 4 (\*Knit 8, purl 1, repeat from \* to end of round). Round 2: Knit. Repeat these two rounds until a total of 40 (46) rounds have been completed. Keeping continuity of purl rib, begin decreases: $\textsf{p}1$ Round 2 and all even rounds: Knit Round 3:\*Knit 4 (5) sts, k next 2 tog, p 1, repeat from \*to end of round Round 5: \*Knit 3 (4) sts, k next 2 tog, p 1, repeat from \* to end of round Round 7: \*Knit 2 (3) sts, STEM Changing to brown and double pointed needles, Row 8:\*Knit 2 tog, p 1, repeat from \* to end of round Row 9: \*Knit 2 tog through back loop all around Work for 3 rows on these stitches, then decrease 1 st every row until 3 sts remain. Work I-cord for 8 rows, then knit 2 tog, knit 1 and bind off.
Finishing
Thread large-eyed needle with tail of brown yarn and work down through the inside of the stem and fasten off inside. Work in all loose ends.
Sunflower Hat
Sunflowers are great ornamental flowers, whether in your garden or on a baby's head. The purl ribs and seed stitch show how a little change in the stitches used can lead to a great change in texture. Finished Measurements 16" (18") Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, 2.5 oz balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color #10 Yellow; 1 ball color $\#52$ Light Sage; 30 yards color #121 Chocolate Needles 16” Size 7 circular needle; size 7double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles Hat With circular needles and green, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knit every row until $2\,\,1/4^{\circ}\,(2\,\,1/2^{\circ})$ from beginning. Begin the flower petals: Rounds I & 2: K7 green, K1 yellow, repeat to end of round. Rounds 3 & 4: K1 yellow, $^{*}\mathrm{K}5$ green, K3 yellow. Repeat from \* to end of round, end with K2 yellow. Rounds 5 & 6: K2 yellow, $^{*}\mathrm{K}3$ green, K5 yellow. Repeat from \* to end of round, end with K3 yellow. Rounds 7 & 8: K3 yellow, $^{*}\mathrm{K}1$ green, K7 yellow. Repeat from \* to end of round, end with K4 yellow. Rounds 9& 10: same as 7 & 8. Knit one round in yellow only. Continue working with yellow only, continue the petals as follows: Round 1: K3, P1, $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}7$ , P1. Repeat from \* to end of round, end with K4. Round 2: Knit. Repeat these two rounds until you have completed 34 (40) rounds from the beginning. Change to brown and double pointed needles and work the flower center as follows: Round 1: $\ast\mathrm{K}6$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: \*P5, P2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 3: $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}4$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 4: \*P3, P2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 5: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 6: \*P1, P2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 7: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off. Finishing Work in all loose ends.
Beehive Hat
The traditional Quaker Rib, alternating bands of Stockinette and Reverse Stockinette stitches, lends itself to new interpretations in this beehive hat. The knitted bees are a fun addition, and you can make the bees as busy as you want. Finished Measurements 16" (18") Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#89$ Camel; 1 yard color #10 Yellow for each bee; 1 yard color $\#2$ Black for each bee. Needles 16" Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle. Size 7 (4.5mm) double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $,=1^{\,>}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.
Notes
·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. ·Some decrease rounds may occur on a knit round and some may occur on a purl round; work your decreases accordingly. ·When working bees, carry colors across the bak rather than cutting and rejoining new colors. Hat With circular needles and tan, cast on 56(64) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Establish beehive pattern as follows: Purl 4 rounds, Knit 2 rounds. Repeat this sequence until 24(30) rounds are completed. Shape Top: Continuing in the beehive pattern, work decreases as follows: Dec Round 1: \*Work 6, work 2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Work 4 rounds even in beehive pattern. Dec Round 2: \*Work 5, work 2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Work 4 rounds even in beehive pattern. Dec Round 3: \*Work 4, Work 2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Work 4 rounds even in beehive pattern. Dec Round 4: \*Work 3,Work 2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Work 4 rounds even in beehive pattern. Dec Round 5: \*Work 2, work 2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Work 4 rounds even in beehive pattern. With tapestry needle , pull yarn through stitches and tie off. Bees With yellow, cast on 5 sts. Row 1: Join black, knit 1 row. Row 2: With yellow, purl 1 row. Row 3: With black, knit 1 row. Row 4: P2 yellow, k1 black, p2 yellow. Row 5: With black, knit 1 row. Row 6: With black, P2tog, P1, P2tog Row 7: With black, sl 1 knitwise, k2tog, pass slipped stitch over knitted sts. With needle, pull yarn through stitches, fasten off snugly. Finishing Work in all loose ends. Sew bees to hat.
Corkscrew Tassel Hat
A scarf edged with long corkscrew tassels intrigued me: how did they twist like that? Experimentation finally worked, and voila! a cheery hat was born. This pattern has appeared in the on-line knitting magazine KnitNet (www.knitnet.com).
Finished Measurements 16" (18")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#28$ Delft Blue; 20 yards each color $\#95$ Red; color $\#51$ Apple Green; color $\#19$ Peacock for tassels Needles 16” Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle GAUGE 16 sts an $24\,\mathrm{rows}=4^{\ast}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE
Notes
·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. Hat With circular needles and blue, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knitting every round, work 40(46) rounds. Work decreases as follows: Round I: $\ast1_{\mathrm{K6}}$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}5$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 3: $\ast\mathrm{k}4$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 4: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}3$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 5: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}2$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 6: $^{*1}\mathrm{kl}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 7: $\ast\boldsymbol{1}_{\mathrm{k}\mathcal{2}}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off. Tassels - Make 3 Cast on 20 sts. (K1 in front of stitch, K1 in back of stitch, K1) in each stitch, 60 sts total. Bind off purlwise. With your fingers, curl into corkscrew. Finishing Work in all loose ends. Sew tassels to hat.
Lemon Drop Bobble Hat
The bright yellow bobbles around the edge of this hat remind me of lemon drop candies. The color scheme can easily be changed to a more subdued palette,if that's your choice.
Finished Measurements 16" (18")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5~\mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color #95 Red; 1 ball color #10 Yellow; 1 ball color $\#11$ Sunburst Needles 16" size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needl size if necesary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds - $4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. ·To make bobble: [(Knit 1 front & back) twice, K1} in same stitch. Turn work. K5, Turn, P5, Turn, K5; slip the 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th sts over the 1st stitch; pull yarn snugly and k1. Hat With circular needles and yellow, cast on 66 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knit one round, Purl one round. Bobble Round: Knit 2, \*work Bobble, Knit 5. Repeat from \*; end k3. Purl one round. Change to red and knitting every round, work for 24(30) rounds. Purl next round. Change to orange and work 5 rounds. Shape Top: Round 1: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}6$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}5$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 3: $\ast\mathrm{k}4$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 4: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}3$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 5: $\ast\boldsymbol{1}_{\mathrm{k}\mathcal{2}}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 6: $^{*1}\mathrm{kl}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 7: \*k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off. Finishing Work in all loose ends.
Spring Flower Hat
I love all the different knitted flowers and roses that have become popular as embellishments. It's so easy to transform a plain and simple item into one with a lot more character. Finished Measurements 16" (18") Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 balcolor #97 Burgandy;1 ball each color $\#46$ Rose Pink; color $\#49$ Deep Purple; color $\#51$ Apple Green Needles 16 “ Size 7 circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, change to double pointed needles Hat With circular needles and burgandy, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Work knit 2, purl 2 rib for 6 rounds. Change to straight stitch (knit every round) and work for 34(40) rounds above ribbing. Shape Top: Change to double-pointed needles and work decreases as follows: Round l: $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}6$ K2 tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*}\mathrm{K}5$ , K2 tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 3: $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}4$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 4: $^{*}\mathrm{K}3$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 5: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ , K2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 6: $^{*}\mathrm{K}1$ , K 2tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. Round 7: $\ast\mathrm{K}2$ tog. Repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off securely.
Flowers
Inner flower: With contrast color, cast on 30 sts. Work 3 rows straight stitch (K1 row, P1 row, K1 row). Next row: Decrease: $\ast\mathrm{P}2$ , P2tog, repeat from \* across row, end P2. Knit 1 row. Cut yarn, leaving long tail; thread large-eyed needle with yarn and pull through stitches on knitting needle. Pull snugly, wrapping flower around itself; sew through middle to secure. Middle flower: As for inner flower, work on 40 sts for 5 rows straight stitch. Outer flower: As for inner flower, work on 50 sts for 7 rows straight stitch. Finishing Sew flower sections together and sew completed flower to hat. Work in all loose ends.
Topknot Hat
A friend asked me to knit a hat for her baby, and I loved the colors we decidedon. The orangey-red I-cord topknot and running stitch accent the dark olive perfectly. It looked great with his navy blue jacket. Finished Measurements 18"(19") Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 10 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#64$ Olive; 1 ball color $\#96$ Brick Red Needles $16^{\circ}$ size 7 $\left(4.5\:\mathrm{mm}\right)$ circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct auge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·I Cord: on double pointed needle, knit 3 sts BUT DO NOT TURN WORK. Slide sts to end of needle, knit 3 sts, pulling firmly on the yarn before each row. ·Change from circular needle to douple pointed needles when working decreases Hat With circular needles and olive green, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Purling every round, work 10(12) rounds. Change to knitting every row, work even for a total of 40(46) rounds (30[34] above turning ridge). Decrease Round 1: $\ast1_{\mathrm{K6}}$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round, ending $\mathrm{k4}$ for smaller size. Round 2: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}5$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round, ending $\boldsymbol{\mathrm{k}3}$ for smaller size Round 3: $\ast\mathbf{k}4$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round, ending k2 for smaller size Round $q*1c3$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round, ending $\mathrm{k4}$ for smaller size Round 5: $\ast\boldsymbol{1}_{\mathrm{k}\mathcal{2}}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round, ending $\boldsymbol{\mathrm{k}3}$ for smaller size Round6: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}2$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. There should be 9 sts over 3 double pointed needles. Top-Knot Change to brick red; knit 2 rounds. Next row: $^{*}\mathrm{kl}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. There should be 6 sts. Work I-Cord for 12 rows. Bind off. Tie into knot.
Running Stitch Trim
Turn edge up and either pin or hold in place. With large eyed needle threaded with double yarn, work running stitch around bottom edge. Repeat same at top edge. Finishing Thread tapestry needle with tail of brick red yarn and work down through the inside of the top-knot I-cord and fasten off inside. Tie I-cord in knot. Work in all loose ends.
Jaunty Hat & Scarf Set
Jaunty is the best word, I think, to describe this hat and scarf set. The baby wearing this is ready for any adventures that may come along. Finished Measurements Hat: 18"(19"). Scarf: Approx. 4" x 26" Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls solids; $2.0\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls ombres; $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color #1 White; 1 ball color #141 Strawberry Cream Needles $16^{\circ}$ size 7 $(4.5\mathrm{mm})$ circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct auge. Notions tapestry needle Gague 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. 16 TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Notes ·Work hat first to make sure you have enough contrast yarn for trim. ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·Change from circular needle to douple pointed needles when working decreases
Hat
With circular needles and contrast color, cast on58(66) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Work 6 rounds of garter stitch as follows: Knit 1 round, Purl one round; repeat this sequence twice more. Change to solid color and knit every round for 30(36) rounds above garter band.
Decrease
Row 1: $\ast\mathrm{K}6$ , K2tog, repeat from \* around Row 2: $^{*}\mathrm{K}5$ , K2tog, repeat from \* around Row 3: $\mathrm{}^{\ast}\mathrm{K}4$ , K2tog, repeat from \* around Row 4: $^{*}\mathrm{K}3$ , K2tog, repeat from \* around Row 5: \*K2, K2tog, repeat from \* around Row 6: $\ast\mathrm{K}1$ , K2tog, repeat from \* around. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail; thread large-eyed needle and pull through stitches remaining on needle. Pull snugly and fasten off. Scarf With contrast yarn, cast on 16 sts. Work in garter stitch (knit every row) until about $20^{\circ}$ of yarn remains. Bind off all stitches. Finishing Sew loop to top of hat. Work in all loose ends.
Calypso Hat
These colors remind me of the painted houses in the Caribbean, and the saucy flaps that top the hat make any day a party day.
Finished Measurements 16" (18")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, 2.5 oz balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color #33 Persimmon (A): 1 ball color #19 Peacock (B); 1 ball color $\#49$ Deep Purple (C); 1 ball color #10 Yellow (D) Needles 16” Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smallr size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. ·When working stripes, carry yarn up the wrong side rather than cutting and rejoining new colors. Hat With circular needles and color A, cast on 64(72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Work 8(10) rounds. ·Change to color B, knit 1 round, purl one round. ·Change to color C, knit 5 rounds. ·Change to color D, knit 1 round, purl 1 round. ·Change to color A, knit 1 round, purl 1 round. ·Change to color B, Knit 5 rounds. ·Change to color C, knit 1 round, purl 1 round. ·Change to color D, knit 5 rounds. ·Change to color A, knit 1 round, purl 1 round. ·Change to color B, knit 1 round, purl 1 round. ·Change to color C, knit 1 round. On next round, \*knit 7, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Knit 1 round. ·Change to color D, \*knit 6, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Purl 1 round. ·Change to color A, \*knit 5, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Knit 5 rounds even. Work decrease rounds in color A as follows: \*knit 4, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. \*knit 3, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. \*knit 2, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. \*knit 1, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. \*knit 2, k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Top Flaps Divide remaining stitches between two needles. First flap: work back and forth in garter stitch for 6 rows. Bind off 1 stitch at each end of next row. Knit 1 row. Bind off 1 stitch at each end of next row. Knit 1 row. Bind off remaining stitches. Second flap: Attach yarn, leaving long end for finishing. Work same as first flap. Finishing Thread long end of second flap onto tapestry needle, pinch flaps together and sew snugly, closing hole at top of hat. Weave in loose ends.
Pea Pod Hat
The first peas of the season are the sweetest, and so is this hat. The peas, pod and stem are knitted separately and then sewn on.
Finished Measurements 16" (18")
Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, 2.5 oz balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#26$ Light Blue; 30 yards color $\#62$ Emerald; 30 yards color $\#51$ Apple Green Needles 16" Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle Gauge 16 sts and 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. · I Cord: on double pointed needle, knit sts BUT DO NOT TURN WORK. Slide sts to end of needle, knit sts, pulling firmly on the yarn before each row. ·When working the pod, stem and peas, leave long tails $(6^{\circ})$ when casting on and bind off; you will use these tails for sewing. Hat With circular needles and light blue, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knitting every round, work 40(46) rounds. Shape Top: Round 1: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}6$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round $z{\ast}1{\mathrm{5}}$ ， $\mathrm{k}2$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 3: $\ast\mathrm{k}4$ $_{\mathrm{k}2}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 4: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}3$ , k2tog,repeat from \* to end of round Round 5: $\ast\mathbf{k}2$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round6: $^{*1}\mathrm{kl}$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 7: $\ast\boldsymbol{1}_{\mathrm{k}\mathcal{2}}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. There should be 8(9) sts over the dp needles. Stem Change to medium green. Knit 2 rounds. Next row: dec 2(3) sts. There should be 6 sts. Place all stitches on one dp needle and work I-cord for 6 rows. Bind off. Pod With medium green, cast on 1 stitch. Row I: Knit in the front and back of the stitch 2 times: 4 sts. Row 2: Purl Row 3: K1, K in front and back of each st: 8 sts. Row 4: Purl. Continue on these 8 sts until $2~1/2^{\circ}$ from beginning, end on a wrong side row. Next row: K 2tog 4 times. Purl 1 row. K2tog 2 times. Do not turn work; slip 2nd st over I st st. Fasten off. Purl Row 5: Knit Row 6: P2tog 2 times. Do not turn work; slip 2nd st over 1st st. Fasten off. Finishing Work in al lose ends. Sew peas into pod; edges of pod willcurl around the peas. Sew pod to hat.
Carrot Topped Hat
Here is another example of a simple, rolled brim hat that is jazzed up with 3-dimensional decoration, in this case, cute carrots. The carrots can be stuffed with fiberfil or scraps of yarn, whatever you have on hand. Finished Measurements 16" (18") Yarn Peaches & Creme by Elmore-Pisgah, $2.5\ \mathrm{oz}$ balls (approx. 100 yards), $100\%$ cotton: 1 ball color $\#28$ Delft Blue; 20 yards each color $\#11$ Sunburst; color $\#62$ Emerald Green Needles 16" Size 7 (4.5mm) circular needle; size 7 double pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge. Size E (3.5mm) crochet hook. Notions stitch marker; tapestry needle, yarn scraps to stuff carrots or smallamount of fiberfil. Gauge 16 sts an 24 rounds $=4^{\circ}$ over stockinette stitch using size 7 needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE Notes ·Instructions are given for smaller size; larger size is in parenthesis. When one number is given, it is for both sizes. ·When working decreases, switch to double pointed needles. Hat With circular needles and blue, cast on 64 (72) sts. Join work, being careful not to twist stitches; place a marker at beginning of round. Knitting every round, work 40(46) rounds. Work decreases as follows: Round 1: $\ast1_{\mathrm{K6}}$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round. Round 2: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}5$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 3: $\ast\mathrm{k}4$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 4: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}3$ , k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 5: $^{*1}\mathrm{k}2$ k2tog, repeat from \* to end of round Round 6: $^{*1}\mathrm{kl}$ ， $_{\mathrm{k}2}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round . Round 7: $\ast\boldsymbol{1}_{\mathrm{k}\mathcal{2}}$ tog, repeat from \* to end of round. With tapestry needle, pull yarn through stitches and tie off.
Carrots Make two.
Cast on 1 stitch. Row 1: Knit in front and back of stitch 3 times (6 sts). Row 2: Knit. Row 3: K1, Knit in front and back of stitch 5 times (11 sts). Working in stockinette stitch, work even on 11 sts until 2 3/4” from cast on. Next Row: K1, Knit 2 together 5 times (6 sts). Next Row: Knit 2 together 3 times (3 sts). Next Row: K1, K2together (2 sts). Next Row: K2 together. Bind off. Carrot Tops Make two With green and crochet hook, chain 18join atfirst chain with slip stitch. Repeat two times; you will have three loops joined at the base. Finishing Lightly stuff carrots with yarn scraps. Sew back seam of carrots. Sew carrot tops to the carrots. Sew carrots to top of hat. Work in all loose ends.
