Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family
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How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Copyright 2014 by Prime Publishing LLC All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews. Trademarks are property of their respective holders. When used, trademarks are for the benefit of the trademark owner only. Published by Prime Publishing LLC, 3400 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 – www.primecp.com Free Knitting Projects Free Crochet Projects Free Kids’ Craft Projects Free Craft Projects Free Sewing Projects Free Quilt Projects Free Christmas Craft Projects Free Holiday Projects Free Crochet Afghan Projects Free Jewelry Making Projects Free Paper Craft Projects Free DIY Wedding Crafts How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Letter from the Editor Dear Knitters, Is it just me, or has this been the winter that won’t end? With chilly temperatures expected to last until St. Patrick’s Day, it’s important to bundle up whenever you go outside. This special collection of free knit hat patterns is just the thing to keep you and your family cozy in these frigid conditions. Best of all, these patterns are totally adorable, so you can look stylish and snug at the same time. This eBook includes free knit hat patterns for adults, teens, preschoolers, and infants, so we’ve got everyone in your family covered. I hope you enjoy these fashionable knit hat patterns for everyone under your roof. Stay warm out there! For more free knitting patterns, videos and tips, visit www.AllFreeKnitting.com. Our eBooks, like all our knitting projects, are absolutely FREE to members of our community. Please feel free to share with family and friends and ask them to sign up for our free email newsletter. Happy knitting! Molly Editor of AllFreeKnitting www.AllFreeKnitting.com Find thousands of free knitting patterns, tips, ideas, and more at www.AllFreeKnitting.com. 3 How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Table of Contents Her Royal Highness Hat ................................. 5 Loveable Little Stem Hat ............................... 6 Wish Upon a Star Knit Baby Cap ................... 7 Preschooler Rugby Hat .................................. 8 Asterisk Hat ................................................... 9 Random Factor Hat ..................................... 10 Hemp Beanie ............................................... 11 Rickrack Rib Slouchy Hat Pattern ................ 12 Cladach Lace Hat ......................................... 13 Pirouette Hat ............................................... 15 Handspun Star Hat ...................................... 16 Special Thanks ............................................. 18 Find thousands of free knitting patterns, tips, ideas, and more at www.AllFreeKnitting.com. 4 How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Her Royal Highness Hat By: Jennifer Dickerson from Fiber Flux Instructions: Children's hat patterns should be all about CO 48 sts, PM and join for working in the round. whimsicality, color, and texture. Her Royal Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 2.” Highness Hat hits the mark for all three. This Switch to stockinette and work until hat is 8” adorable knit hat pattern is an ode to purple, from CO edge. pink, and sweet applique gemstones. This hat is perfect for your little princess as she braves the Decrease: wildness of the backyard sandbox or tames the fire-breathing dragon (AKA the family dog). This Row 1: K2tog, K2 around hat is a charming option for mild winter Row 2: Knit afternoons or cool spring nights. Row 3: K2tog, k1 around Row 4: Knit Row 5: K2tog around Cut yarn, leaving long tail. Using tapestry needle run through remaining stitches and pull tightly. Weave in ends. Gems: Chain 4, sl st to beginning ch to form a ring. Work 12 dc into ring. Sl st into beginning dc to join. Weave in ends. Stitch to hat. Materials: 1 Skein Lion Brand Hometown Various yarn scraps in “gem-like” colors US 11 (8 mm) Circular Needles US 11 (8mm) DPNs Crochet hook (“N” hook for hat, “I” hook for gems) Tapestry Needle Size: Child (6-12) Find thousands of free knitting patterns, tips, ideas, and more at www.AllFreeKnitting.com. 5 How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Loveable Little Stem Hat By: Judit from MonsterYarns Instructions: Some baby knits are so cute we could just eat Cast on 73(82) stitches them up. The Loveable Little Stem Hat is one of those adorable knit baby hat patterns we can't Begin with a knit row, work 40 rows (approx. resist. This simple striped baby hat is adorned 18cms) in Stocking Stitch with a sweet stem, giving the pattern a touch of whimsy. We love the Loveable Little Stem Hat in Dec row K1 (k2tog, k7) 8(9) - 65(73) sts the calming combination of blues as shown in P 1 row the photo, but a mix of pinks and other pastels Dec rowK1 (k2tog, k6) 8(9) times - 57(64) sts would be equally precious. P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k5) 8(9) times - 49(55)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k4) 8(9) times - 41(46)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k3) 8(9) times - 33(37)sts remain P 1 row Dec row 1 K1 (k2tog, k2) 8(9) times - 25(28)sts remain P 1 row Next row K1 (0) (k2tog) to end - 13(14)sts Materials: remain 1 x 100g ball Kiddies Couture DK P 1 row Shade Next row K1 (0) (k2tog) to end - 7 sts remain 100 Marine Stripe or DK of your choice Begin with a P row and knit 10 rows in stocking Set of 4mm knitting needles stitch Size: 3-6 months & 6-12 months Break yarn leaving approx. 40 cm –16 ins spare. Thread yarn through the remaining 7 sts. Pull Tip: Start with the stem and sew it right side tight and secure. out, turn and sew on wrong side. Join seam reversing seam on lower 2cm for the roll of the hem. Find thousands of free knitting patterns, tips, ideas, and more at www.AllFreeKnitting.com. 6 How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Wish Upon a Star Knit Baby Cap By: Lindsay Obermeyer from Serendipity Instructions: This adorable baby hat pattern is a mix of With blue, cast on 92 stitches. Join circle and warmth and sweetness. The Wish Upon a Star place a stitch marker. Work the 2x2 rib for 1." Knit Baby Cap is adorned with a precious glowing star shooting across a field of calming Work stockinette stitch for the next 3.5." blue. This hat is knit with worsted weight wool, Remember that when you work stockinette in which is perfect for keeping baby's tiny head the round, you are knitting every round. nice and cozy. You’ll treasure this baby knit long after your little guy outgrows it. When the hat measures 4.5" from the cast on edge, begin decreasing to shape the crown. Knit for 39 stitches and then K2tog (knit 2 stitches together). Knit another 39 stitches and K2tog the final 2 stitches for a total of 90 stitches. Knit another row, placing a stitch marker after every 15 stitches. To shape the crown, follow the chart, changing to double pointed needles when necessary. Materials: Lion Brand Yarn Baby Wool in Medium Dusty Blue and Creamy Off White #7 (4.5mm) 16" circular knitting needles #7 (4.5mm) double pointed knitting needles Tapestry needle Scissors Stitch markers When 5 stitches remain on the needles, break Size: Infant (0-24 months) yarn and pull it through stitches. Tighten this circle and weave in the end on the inside of the Gauge: 5 stitches = 1" / 6 rows = 1" hat. Weave in all other tails. Cut 24" length of cream. Thread tapestry needle and chain stitch the tail to your shooting star. Weave in all ends. Find thousands of free knitting patterns, tips, ideas, and more at www.AllFreeKnitting.com. 7 How to Knit a Hat Volume 2: Free Knit Hat Patterns for the Whole Family Preschooler Rugby Hat By: Jennifer Dickerson from Fiber Flux Instructions for Knitting Hat in the Round: Keep an eye on your little one during recess CO 44 sts with Main Color (MC) while she wears the Preschooler Rugby Hat. PM This pretty pink and purple knit hat pattern is Join in the round, being careful not to twist. the perfect mix of warmth and playfulness. Two Round 1: K2, P2 to end of round thick stripes and a giant fluffy pom pom adorn Repeat 5 times. this simple hat. Experiment with different colors Continuing to work in MC, work in stockinette for a boy’s hat, or knit one in a solid color or stitch (st st) for 6 rnds (knit every round) patterned colorway for an equally cute result. Use Contrasting Color (CC) for 2 rnd in st st Work MC for 2 rnds in st st Work CC for 2 rnds in st st Work MC for 6 more rnds in st st To shape crown, switch to DPNs when needed and work entire decrease portion with MC Rnd 1: K2, K2tog to end of round. Rnd 2: Knit Rnd 3: K1, K2tog to end of round Rnd 4: Knit Rnd 5: K2tog to end of round Instructions for Knitting Hat Flat: CO 44 sts with MC Round 1: K2, P2 to end of round.