It's almost May already! 2021 is flying by. The world is still a mess and there are so many things that are different than ever before. However, the need for chemo caps continues and so I have come up with a few new patterns lately. The colors for this one said Spring to me, but imagine all the possible color combinations!
This hat was designed with Knit Picks Brava bulky yarn, but instructions are included for all yarn weights so you can use your stash and make beautiful hats. All stitches are knit stitches and this is a fun pattern that works up quickly.
Geometric Inlay
Abbreviations:
k2tog: knit 2 stitches together
Using Color A, cast on 72 stitches, place marker and join, taking care not to twist stitches.
Work Brim: Using Color A
Row 1: knit all stitches
Repeat Row 1 until your work measures 2.5 to 3 inches in length. If using lighter weight yarn you might want to make the brim 4 - 5 inches so that your band is centered nicely.
Work Band of Hat Using Colors A, B & C:
all stitches are knit stitches. Numbers and letter refer to color. A is white. B is yellow. C is teal
Row 1: *3A, 1B, 2A*; repeat around
Row 2: *2A, 3B, 1A*; repeat around
Row 3: *1A, 5B*; repeat around
Row 4: *1C, 5B*; repeat around
Row 5: *2C, 3B, 1C*; repeat around
Row 6: *3C, 1B, 2C*; repeat around
Row 7: *1B, 5C*; repeat around
Row 8: *2B, 3C, 1B*; repeat around
Row 9: *3B, 1C, 2B*; repeat around
Row 10: *3B, 1A, 2B*; repeat around
Row 11: *2B, 3A, 1B*; repeat around
Row 12: *1B, 5A*; repeat around
Work Crown: Using Color A
Row 1: knit all stitches
Repeat Row 1 until your work measures about 7.5 - 8 inches in length.
Decrease Crown: use dpn’s when needed
Row 1: *k4, k2tog* repeat around
Row 2: *k3, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 3: *k2, k2tog* repeat around
Row 4: *k1, k2tog *; repeat around
Row 5: *k2tog*; repeat around
Finish: Cut working yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Draw the tail through the remaining stitches, cinch closed
If using 6-weight yarn, use size 13 needles and cast on 48.
If using 4-weight yarn, use size 7 needles and cast on 84.
If using 3-weight yarn, use size 5 needles and cast on 102 stitches.
The pattern is worked over 6 stitches.
Experiment and enjoy!
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