Knitted Kids Bucket Hat

The knitted kids bucket hat is the perfect accessory to keep your little ones stylish and cozy during chilly weather! With its soft and warm knit material, it ensures both comfort and cuteness. The bucket style adds a trendy touch to any outfit, making your child stand out in a crowd. Whether they're playing in the park or going on a family outing, this hat is a must-have for every fashionable kiddo. So, grab one in their favorite color and watch them rock this adorable accessory with a big smile!

Yarn: Lion Brand Comfy Cotton in Ocean Breeze

Needles: Size US 6 straight knitting needles, Size US 6 circular knitting needles, 15 inch

Gauge: 20 sts = 4 inches

Size: 2-3 years, 4-5 years

Pattern instructions:

With larger circular needle, cast on 80 (90) sts. Place marker for beginning of round, join to work in rounds. Knit every round until the piece measures 2 3/4 (3) inches.

Shape Crown

(Switch to double pointed needles when needed)

Round 1: *K8, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—72 (81) sts.

Round 2 and all even numbered rounds: Knit.

Round 3: *K7, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—64 (72) sts.

Round 5: *K6, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—56 (63) sts.

Round 7: *K5, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—48 (54) sts.

Round 9: *K4, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—40 (45) sts.

Round 11: *K3, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—32 (36) sts.

Round 13: *K2, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—24 (27) sts.

Round 15: *K1, k2tog tbl; repeat from * around—16 (18) sts.

Round 17: *K2tog; repeat from * around—8 (9) sts.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through stitches of last round and pull to close opening. Secure end.

Brim

With straight needles, cast on 12 sts.

Knit every row until the brim fits around the circumference of hat with no excess. Bind off. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Sew ends of brim together.

Finishing

With Right Sides together, sew cast-on edge of hat and the brim together. Weave in the loose ends.