By Marjory Richmond

The idle hat is one of the knitted hat patterns that are perfect for days when you just want to unwind and take it easy. It’s a simple hat that’s given a distinctive twist by funky yarn and has a relaxed and nice feel. If you have a lot of hair, I suggest that you make this hat larger than its standard size. This hat is 8 inches tall and about 19 inches around and would fit an average woman.

You’ll need:

1. 55 yards of a bulky polyamide/ acrylic blend

2. One set of size 11 US double pointed needles

3. One set of size 11 US circular needles and 16″ cable.

4. Scissors

5. Stitch marker

6. Yarn needle

Gauge:

3 and a half inches and 4 rows for every inch in stockinette stitch in the round.

Let’s start!

1. Begin by casting on 60 stitches.

2. Join in the round, while making sure that your stitches are straight. Be careful too not to twist stitches. You can place a marker if you wish.

3. Knit in knit two; purl two ribbing for two inches.

4. Work in stockinette stitch until your project measures 6 inches.

5. Next row: *knit 1, knit two together. Repeat from *across. (45 stitches)

6. Next row: *knit 1, knit two together. Repeat from *across. (30 stitches)

7. *Knit one, knit two together. Repeat from *across. (20 stitches)

8. Knit two together across. (10 stitches)

9. Knit two together across. (5 stitches)

Tips on finishing:

1. Don’t forget to switch to knitting with 2 circulars or your double pointed needles as you decrease and there aren’t enough stitches to stretch across a single circular.

2. Once you have reduced to 5 or 6 stitches, cut the yarn while leaving a couple of inches.

3. To make the top of the hat, pull tightly. Weave in ends.

Marjory Richmond is a knitting expert. She spends her time consulting on knotty knitting problems and teaching others how to become proficient at knitting with remarkable speed. To learn more about knitted hat patterns and her finishing techniques for flawless products Click here.

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By Marjory Richmond

There are lots of knit hat patterns that are simple to make but very versatile. Make a basic brim hat with chunky and multicolored yarn to keep you warm in the winter and at the same time, uplift your spirits. It’s easy to make and is not time consuming. Make one for yourself or knit one as a special and personal holiday gift to someone you love.

You’ll need:

1. 88 yards of nice chunky and multicolor wool

2. One #10.5 US circular needle, one set of 10.5 US double-pointed needles and a 16 inch cable.

3. Yarn needle and scissors

Gauge:

20 rows every 4 inches and 14 stitches (3.5 stitches and 5 rows for every inch) in stockinette stitch for the round.

Let’s start!

1. Begin by casting on 76 stitches. Join in round.

2. For 9 inches, work in stockinette stitch.

3. For the next round: *knit two, knit two together. Repeat from *around.

4. Work straight for two round. If needed, switch to double pointed needles.

5. For the next round: *knit one, knit two together. Repeat from *around.

6. Work one round straight.

7. For the next round: *knit two together. Repeat from *around.

8. Work one round straight.

9. *Knit two together. Repeat from *, ending knit one.

10. Cut the yarn while leaving a long tail. Thread the tail against the yarn needle.

11. Slip the stitches onto the needle and be sure to pull the yarn tightly to secure the top of the hat.

12. Weave in ends.

Marjory Richmond is a knitting expert. She spends her time consulting on knotty knitting problems and teaching others how to become proficient at knitting with remarkable speed. To learn more about knit hat patterns and her finishing techniques for flawless products Click here.

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