Pattern Details

Sizes: 0–6 months, 6–12 months, 1–2 years, 2–4 years, 4–6 years
Finished style: Long elf / nisse hat with optional tassel
Construction: Knit in the round, bottom up
Techniques used: Knit, k2tog decreases, working with stitch markers
Stripe pattern: 12-round stripes
Language: English
Format: Digital PDF download

Materials

DK / heavy DK yarn (two colors) (Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino on the photo examples)
4 mm (US 6) circular needles
The sample hat features a tassel made from Paia by Filcolana, but any yarn may be used.

⏱ How long does it take to knit?

Approximate knitting time:
Smaller sizes (0–12 months): 4–5 hours
Medium sizes (1–4 years): 5–7 hours
Largest size (4–6 years): 7–9 hours