This pattern was originally published in 2006, and a few years ago was withdrawn and put on hiatus for a separate project. That project has stalled and when I found myself knitting yet another handspun Hat, I figured I’d bring this one off the backburner to update it and republish it, rather than publish a new almost identical pattern.

The latest version of this pattern can now be downloaded from my website.

The new version has been rewritten and updated, with a revised crown shaping and shiny new photos. It is though essentially the same top down beanie, which is perfect for handspun.

Yarn
84yd/77m/100g
Bulky weight, single or multi-ply yarn.

Needles & Notions
Set 8mm/UK0/US11 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Sample details
Shown in Pyrate Yarns First Mate’s Skein, Fire Ship (mohair, silk & merino art yarn)
For more details.

Shown in size 21in/53.25cm on model with 21.25in/54cm circumference head

Gauge
12 sts x 20 rows to 4in/10cm on 8mm needles over St.St.

Sizes
To fit sizes: 18 (21, 23) in/45.75 (53.25, 58.5) cm
Finished size: 16 (18.75, 21.25) in/40.75 (47.75, 54) cm

Skills required
Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases

Note
This Hat is knit top down, which in turn means you can create a custom fit for yarns of any weight or gauge.

Accessibility Statement
The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background and does not rely on colour.

Support
Do you need help with this pattern? We have a specific discussion thread in the Wormhead’s Hats group where you can ask any questions.