Knitted Thick & Quick Hat

If you're looking to stay cozy and stylish during the colder months, a Knitted Thick & Quick Hat is a perfect choice! Not only will it keep your head warm and toasty, but it's a fashion statement too. The thick knit design ensures maximum warmth, while the quick work of this hat means you'll have a new favorite accessory in no time. Whether you're heading out for a winter stroll or just running errands, this hat will be your go-to companion for a snug and trendy look.

Yarn: Lion Brand Mandala Thick & Quick yarn in Labyrinth (1 skein)

Needles: Size US 11 single point knitting needles

Size: Women’s one size

Gauge: 2 inches = 5 sts.

Earflaps (make 2)

Cast on 7 sts.
Row 1: (RS). KfB in the first st. Knit to last 2 sts. KfB st in next st. K1.
Row 2: K2. Purl to last 2 sts. K2.
Repeat these 2 rows until there are 15 sts.
Next row: (right side). Knit.
Next row: K2. Purl to last 2 sts. K2.
Repeat last 2 rows twice more. Break yarn.

Next row: (Joining row)

Cast on 3 sts. K3, then K15 from first Earflap. Cast on 14 sts. K15 from 2nd Earflap. Cast on 3 sts.

Row 2: K3. P15. K14. P15. K3. (50 sts)
Row 3: Knit across.
Row 4: K3. P15. K14. P15. K3

Cont working in stockinette stitch, until work from joining row measures 4 1/2 inches. End on a purl side row.

Shape crown:
Row 1: (right side).K1. [K2tog. K5] 7 times. (43 sts)
Row 2: Purl across.
Row 3: K1. [K2tog. K4] 7 times. (36 sts)

Row 4: Purl across.

Row 5: K1. [K2tog. K3] 7 times. (29 sts)
Row 6: Purl across.

Row 7: K1. [K2tog. K2] 7 times. (22 sts)

Row 8: Purl across.

Row 9: K1. [K2tog. K1] 7 times. (15 sts)

Row 10: Purl across.
Row 11: K1. [K2tog. across row] (8 sts)

Break yarn, pull through remaining stitches. Pull to gather. Sew back seam and weave in ends. Make and attach pom pom.