Eight hat sizes in three popular gauges (6 - 5 ½ - 5 sts/inch)! That’s 24 options to fit everyone. Find your gauge, find the size you want, and start knitting!

This hat was inspired by my Baby Gansey Sweater and Hat Pattern. I just couldn’t stop!! (The Baby Gansey Sweater Pattern includes the hat pattern in baby sizes only).

Hat sizing depends on style, preference, yarn characteristics, etc. The labels are meant to give you a general idea of size, but choose by the numbers. Most people prefer a hat with negative ease (meaning it is 2-3 inches smaller than the head circumference). Given all the variables, the many options provided should help you find something that fits both your gauge and the intended wearer!

I did not make all 24 hats (!), but did knit a sampling of them. The pictures show different yarns used and yardages.

The Gansey Motif is on the front only. The back is Moss Stitch.

Sizes Available
0-3 mos, 3-6 mos, 6-12 mos, 1-3/Toddler, Child, Teen/Small Adult, Medium Adult, Large/XL Adult

Yarn/Gauge/Needles
6 sts/inch
Plump Sport to DK, knit at 24 sts and 32 rounds/4 inches in stockinette on size US 5 (3.75 mm) needle

5 ½ sts/inch
DK to light worsted knit at 22 sts and 30 rounds/4 inches in stockinette on size US 6 (4.0 mm) needle

5 sts/inch
Worsted knit at 20 sts and 28 rounds/4 inches in stockinette on size US 7 (4.5 mm) needle

Approx. Yardage
MC 55 yards – 200 yards; depends on gauge and size selected; 1-2 skeins

CC used for cast on (~2 grams) and embellishments, yardage will vary depending on topper chosen.

Needles
Use needle shown listed or size to obtain gauge, and another one size smaller, both circular and DPNs as preferred. Use needle length and type for your preferred method of knitting in the round on small circumference knitting. Adjust needle size to obtain gauge.

Notions
Tapestry needle; cable needle

Skills Needed
Gansey Motif is charted only; knitting in the round, simple yarnover pattern and cables. Photo tutorials are included in separate pdf for certain techniques, and how to make tassels and peppermint stick twisted cord.

NOTE: If you feel that the Gansey motif is too lacy, I have provided a simple alternative that retains the look of the original design.