The New Quick and Easy Ribbed Hat
It was time for the updated version of the fabulous Quick and Easy Ribbed Hat. I love the original for its speed, (the short time it takes to knit it), versatility (looks good on almost everyone) style (definitely, a cute hat) and its warmth (It's just perfect for a cold and windy day). But, I discovered, with a slightly different decrease, I could create another fashion statement, a chic new style that drew raves the minute I put it on. I completed it at the beginning of the Vogue Knitting Live this past weekend and it was the perfect head covering for a brutally cold winter day. And, it didn't suffocate me when I wore it indoors. Better yet, everyone seemed crazy about it. It's another really fast knit (barely two hours to complete with lots of distraction from some very enthusiastic fellow knitters) and I immediately fell in love. Like its predecessor, it's knit with just one skein of Misti Alpaca's Super Chunky 50/50 merino/alpaca,. Solid colors are in limited supply and available in just a couple of shades. Fortunately, I've stocked up on them and at just $12 a skein, this hat is a great buy. Should you wish to purchase the yarn, just contact me and I will be happy to send it out pronto. Special thanks to Tania for modeling. The pattern appears below:
New Quick and Easy Ribbed Hat
Yes, quick about 2 hours. So easy, a perfect knit while sitting around with friends or in a comfy chair by the fireplace. This one-size hat will fit the average adult.
Materials: 1 skein Misti Alpaca, Super Chunky 3 Ply, 50% alpaca, 50% merino wool
Materials: 1 skein Misti Alpaca, Super Chunky 3 Ply, 50% alpaca, 50% merino wool
100 gr - 55 ydsUS 13 /9mm 16” circular needles
stitch marker
tapestry needle
Optional: 1 set US 13/9mm double pointed needles (any length)
Gauge: approximately 2 sts=1”
Optional: 1 set US 13/9mm double pointed needles (any length)
Gauge: approximately 2 sts=1”
Instructions: Cast on 36 stitches, place marker and join.
Row 1: Purl across row
Knit 5 rows
Purl 3 rows
Knit 4 rows
Purl 3 rows
Knit 4 rows
Purl 3 rows
Piece should measure approximately 6” when slightly stretched. If not, knit one more row and begin decreases as follows:
* P4 p2 tog, repeat from * across row (30 sts)
Change to double points if your work becomes too tight on the circular needles.
*K3, k2 tog, repeat from * across row (24 sts)
*K2, k2 tog, repeat from * across row (18 sts)
Piece should measure approximately 6” when slightly stretched. If not, knit one more row and begin decreases as follows:
* P4 p2 tog, repeat from * across row (30 sts)
Change to double points if your work becomes too tight on the circular needles.
*K3, k2 tog, repeat from * across row (24 sts)
*K2, k2 tog, repeat from * across row (18 sts)
*K1, K2 tog, repeat from * across row (12 sts)
*K2 tog Repeat from * across row (6 sts)
Cut yarn, leaving 9” tail and thread tapestry needle, draw needle thru remaining 6 sts. Pull tightly, weave in ends and wear your new and cozy hat.
*K2 tog Repeat from * across row (6 sts)
Cut yarn, leaving 9” tail and thread tapestry needle, draw needle thru remaining 6 sts. Pull tightly, weave in ends and wear your new and cozy hat.
2011 by Laurie Kimmelstiel info@whiteridgecrafts.com
posted by The Yarn Princess at 6:59 PM
10 Comments:
Cute hat! Thanks for posting the pattern. I am always looking for quick, simple but warm hat patterns.
Love the hat. I'm just learning to knit, so looking for easy cute patterns.
thanks, so glad you like it.
Cute hat. Thanks for the pattern. Found it on Ravelry. Accidentally bought bulky yarn and have no idea what to do with it since I dont usually use that weight. Going to make a hat and scarf for my daughters teacher:)
THanks
I just make this and it really was fast and easy and boy did it turn out cute! Now I am trying to figure out how many stitches to cast on to make one for my son. Thanks for the awesome pattern :)
How old is your son? It shouldn't be difficult to determine the size. let me know and I will give you an idea of sizing. thanks again for your lovely comment.
I am so excited to find this pattern. I have never done a hat and was looking for a pattern whose instructions alone didn't confuse me. I actually think I can follow this one! I've only just done my first project in the round (a bulky cowl) and I've gotten so many compliments on it that I'm ready to try something a little more complicated. Oh, and I'm tired of my ears being cold because my current had isn't snug enough on my head! Thanks again for posting this pattern :)
Ready to put it on my needles!!!
When you said if hat doesn't measure approx 6" knit another row, do you mean knit 1 row or one more set of 5 rows. Or should I actually purl 1 more row? Cutest hat ever!
Just as it says, knit 1 more row or 2 rows if needed. . thanks.
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