Description
MY DESIGN IDEAS & ADVICE
I originally designed this one for the boys, but as soon as it came back from my knitter, I knew I needed one too! It’s an easy, fuss-free knit with no complicated stitches or tricky techniques – just simple, satisfying knitting.
I designed it with a relaxed, floppy fit, but if you prefer a snug beanie, just knit it a little shorter.
Over the years, this has become a real Purl &Jane favourite, and I love spotting it “out in the wild” around Skipton. The best moments? Seeing a hat I recognise on someone I don’t – because a knitter has gifted it to a friend or loved one!
A great project for beginners and seasoned knitters alike, this hat is a joy to knit and even better to wear.
CONSTRUCTION
This hat is knitted flat from the bottom up in one piece with a seam.
TECHNIQUES USED
cast on, knit, purl, decreasing. Optional but recommended to create the feeling of joy when joining your pieces – mattress stitch.
YARN
Two 50g balls of Donegal Aran Tweed
100% wool, 80m/88yds per 50g
SUGGESTED NEEDLES
5mm
GAUGE (tension)
18 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm square over rib pattern when slightly stretched. I obtained this gauge with 4.5mm needles. It is important to obtain gauge so do swatch and change your needle size to achieve the correct gauge if you need to.
SIZE & FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
to fit adult head
due to the nature of the rib pattern & individual gauges the finished circumference can vary from 50cm to 60cm. If the knitter gets the gauge as above the finished circumference will be approx. 55cm.
NEED HELP?
I am here for you! Pop into the Skipton studio, send an email, or check out the Purl &Jane YouTube channel for tips, inspiration and guidance including handy resources like gauge (tension) guides and how to tutorials.
*HOW TO DOWNLOAD YOUR PURL &JANE PDF PATTERN
When you buy a pattern, you’ll receive a PDF download link straight to your email after checkout.
If you prefer a printed pattern, you can pick one up in person at the Skipton Studio or order it with your yarn purchase, and we’ll send it with your order.
For knitters outside the UK – please use this Ravelry link to purchase your pattern: buy now
Can’t find your pattern?
:: Check your spam, junk or promotions folders, as some email systems filter automated messages.
:: Check All Inboxes to make sure it’s not hidden.
:: Still not there? Get in touch, and we’ll resend it.
If you have any issues, drop us an email to [email protected], and we’ll be happy to help!
