Knitted Tea-Cozy Hat
The knitted tea-cozy hat is an adorable and practical creation that adds a touch of charm to your teapot. Not only does it keep your tea hot for longer, but it also brings a cozy vibe to your tea time routine. With its delightful design and functional benefits, this hat is sure to be a cute addition to your kitchenware collection. So, why not treat yourself to this sweet and snug accessory and elevate your tea-drinking experience with a touch of warmth and whimsy?
Yarn
138yd/126m/100g
Chunky weight, single or multi-ply yarn.
Needles & Notions
Set 5mm/UK6/US8 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle
Sample Details
Shown in Manos del Uruguay Clasica [138yd/126m per 100g; 100% Wool]
Shown in size 22in/56cm on model with 21.5in/54.5cm circumference head
Gauge
16 sts x 20 rows to 4in/10cm on 5mm needles over St.St.
Sizes
To fit sizes: 20 [22, 23] in/51 [56, 58.5] cm
Finished size: 18 [20, 21] in/45 [51, 53] cm
Not sure which size to make? Check my handy size and measuring guide!
Skills Required
Alternate Cable Cast-on for 2×2 Ribbing
Knitting in the round
Increases and Decreases
I-cords
Yarnovers
Standard Bind-off
Blocking a Hand Knit Hat
Abbreviations
K: knit
P: purl
rpt: repeat
R/rnd(s): rounds
st(s): stitch(es)
yo: wrap yarn round needle to create a yarnover
k2tog: knit next 2 sts together
How To
Using Alternate Cable cast-on for 2×2 rib, cast on 72 [80, 84] sts
Join in the round, being careful not to twist sts.
Place st marker to indicate start of round.
Brim
Now work for the brim by knitting 2×2 rib (K2, P2) every round for 2 in/5 cm (or desired length)
Body
Change to stocking stitch and knit every round until work measures 6 [6.5, 7] in/15 [16.5, 18] cm from cast-on edge.
22in size only: *K38, K2tog; rpt from * to end [78 sts]
Crown
Small size jump to Rnd 3, Medium size jump to Rnd 2, Large size start at Rnd 1.
Rnd 1: *K12, K2tog; rpt from * to end [78 sts]
Rnd 2: *K11, K2tog; rpt from * to end [72 sts]
Rnd 3: *K10, K2tog; rpt from * to end [66 sts]
Rnd 4: *K9, K2tog; rpt from * to end [60 sts]
Rnd 5: *K8, K2tog; rpt from * to end [54 sts]
Rnd 6: *K7, K2tog; rpt from * to end [48 sts]
Rnd 7: *K6, K2tog; rpt from * to end [42 sts]
Rnd 8: *K5, K2tog; rpt from * to end [36 sts]
Rnd 9: *K4, K2tog; rpt from * to end [30 sts]
Prepare for the drawstring
Rnd 10: *K15, M1; rpt from * to end [32 sts]
Rnd 11: *K2, K2tog, yo; rpt from * to end [32 sts]
Rnd 12: Knit all sts
Rnd 13: *K4, M1; rpt from * to end [40sts]
Work plain stocking stitch for a further 2 in/5cm. Cast off all sts.
Drawstring
Cast on 3 sts.
Work I-Cord for around 20″ or as long as you fancy. Thread through eyelets and gather up.
Finishing
Weave in all ends and block as required.