Felted Wizard and Princess Hats by Bev Galeskas

Felted Wizard and Princess Hats

Knitting
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
13 stitches = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
345 yards (315 m)
Will fit heads from 20" to 22".
English
This pattern is available for free.

From the DIYNetwork.com’s Knitty Gritty pattern notes:
“Knit and felt a special hat for your favorite little wizard or princess.”

From “Knitty Gritty” episode DKNG-405:
“Knitting expert Beverly Galeskas joins Vickie Howell to share a bit of knitting magic. Her felted wizard and princess hats are sure to thrill any child -- and they’ll provide hours of make-believe fun for boys and girls alike. Both hats are created from the same basic pattern, with only the colors and trims changing to suit the styles.”

Additional Materials:
Wizard Hat:
small amount of gold or yellow fiber
star-shaped cookie cutter for template (optional)
felting needles
piece of thick foam to work on

Princess Hat:
1/2 yd. sheer fabric for veil

Gauge:
Unfelted: 13 sts = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch (change needle size if necessary to maintain this gauge).

Felted: 16-18 sts = 4” (10 cm) (will vary with the amount of felting).