The Unpretentious Hat by Taylor Rutledge

The Unpretentious Hat

Knitting
July 2026
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch in the Round
US 7 - 4.5 mm
200 - 220 yards (183 - 201 m)
One Size
English
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The Unpretentious Hat is a simple pattern designed to walk a new knitter through several basic knitting tasks. For the more experienced knitter this is an uncomplicated and quick hat to use up yarn leftovers without agenda or artifice. A rolled edge highlights ribbing and stripes keep things interesting; this unassuming, unpretentious hat will keep you company when you need a simple project.

Supplies
Two colors of a DK or light worsted weight yarn, 50 grams (approx. 110 yards) each. Model shown in Malabrigo Rios.
US7 (4.5 mm) 16” circular and double pointed needles
Tapestry needle
4 Stitch markers (one for BOR)

Gauge
20 stitches and 28 rows in stockinette in the round on a US7 (4.5mm) needle.