The Whorl Hat by Wool & Embers

The Whorl Hat

Knitting
February 2026
17 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
US 8 - 5.0 mm
208 - 273 yards (190 - 250 m)
English
This pattern is available for free.

This spiral beanie looks complex but is incredibly simple. The “magic” is pure math: by working a 6-stitch repeat (K4, P2) over a total count of (6n) - 1, the pattern shifts by one stitch every round to create an automatic spiral!

What You’ll Need

  • Needles: 5mm (40cm) circulars & 5mm DPNs.
  • Yarn: <100g of Worsted/10-ply (for 5mm needles).
  • 1 stitch marker & a tapestry needle.

Check out the video for a step-by-step walkthrough! If you have any questions or try it out, let me know in the comments—I’m happy to help. :)