Knitted Newsboy Peak Cap
The knitted newsboy peak cap is not just a stylish accessory but also a must-have for those looking to add a touch of classic flair to their outfit. With its unique design and cozy feel, this cap is perfect for both keeping you warm during chilly weather and adding a trendy twist to your look. Whether you're strolling down the city streets or enjoying a leisurely Sunday brunch, the knitted newsboy peak cap is sure to be your go-to accessory for a fashionable and comfortable look. So go ahead and grab one for yourself and step out in style!
What you need
- 2 x balls of Patons “Chunky” wool
- 1 pair of 6 US (8 UK) (4mm metric)needles
- 1 pair of 2 US (11 UK) (3mm metric) needles
- Stiffening for peak
- 1 darning needle
Instructions
Gauge: 15 sts. to 10 cm
Using No. 11 (8mm) Needles, cast on 67 sts.
Beginning:
1st row: K2, * P1, K1 … rep from * to last st, K1.
2nd row: K1, * P1, K1 … rep from * to end.
3rd row: K2, * P1, K1 … rep from * to last st, K1.
4th row: K1, * P1, K1 … rep from * to end.
5th row: K2, * P1, K1 … rep from * to last st, K1.
6th row: K1, * P1, K1 … rep from * to end.
7th row: K2, * P1, K1 … rep from * to last st, K1.
8th row: P1, K1, * M1, rib 4… rep from * to end … 84 sts.
Change to No. 6 (4mm) Needles
Pattern:
1st row: P3, * YO, K3, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K3, YO, P4…rep from * ending last rep. P3
2nd row: K3, * P9, K 4… rep from * ending last rep K3.
3rd row: P3, * K1, YO, K2, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K2, YO, K1, P4…rep from * ending last rep P3.
4th row: K3, * P9, K 4… rep from * ending last rep K3.
5th row: P3, * K2, YO, K1, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K1, YO, K2, P4, rep from * ending last rep P3.
6th row: K3, * P9, K 4… rep from * ending last rep K3.
7th row: P3, * K3, YO, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, YO, K3, P4… rep from * ending last rep P3.
8th row: K3, * P9, K 4… rep from * ending last rep K3.
Rep pattern twice, then 1st and 2nd rows once.
Shape crown:
1st row: P2tog, * P1, patt. 9, P1, P2 tog., rep. from * to end.
2nd row: K2, * P9, K3, rep. from * ending last rep. K2.
3rd row: P2. * K1, YO, K2, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K2, YO, K1, P4, P2 tog., P1, rep. from * to last 11 sts., K1, YO, K2, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K2, YO, K1, P4, P2.
4th row: K2, * P9, K2, rep. from * to end.
5th row: P2 tog., * K1, YO, K2, sl 1, K2tog, PSSO, K2, YO, K1, P4, P2 tog., rep. from * to end.
6th row: K1, * P9, K1, rep. from * to end.
7th row: P1, * (K3 tog.) 3 times, P1, rep. from * to end.
8th row: (P2 tog.) 12 times, P1.
Break off yarn, run end through rem. sts., draw up and fasten off securely.
PEAK
Using No. 11 (8mm) Needles, cast on 47 sts.
Work 2 rows rib as for Cap (K1, P1)
Shape front
(NOTE : When turning, bring yarn to front of work, slip next st. on to right-hand needle, take yarn to back, slip st. back on to left-hand needle, then turn and proceed as instructed. This avoids holes). (“work 2tog” means either p2tog or k2tog depending on where you are in the pattern)
1st row: Work 2 tog., rib 16, turn.
2nd row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
3rd row: Work 2 tog., rib 10, turn.
4th row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
5th row: Work 2 tog., rib 4, turn.
6th row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
7th row: Work 2 tog., rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
8th row: Work 2 tog., rib 15, turn.
9th row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
10th row: Work 2 tog., rib 9, turn.
11th row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
12th row: Work 2 tog., rib 3, turn.
13th row: Rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
14th row: Work 2 tog., rib to last 2 sts., work 2 tog.
Rows 15 – 24:
rep last row 10 times… 11 sts.
Rows 25-34:
Cont in rib increasing at each end of every row until there are 31 sts on needle.
35th row: increase in first st, rib 7, turn
36th row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
37th row: increase in first st, rib 7, turn
38th row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
39th row: increase in first st, rib 13, turn
40th row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
41st row: increase in first st, rib to last st, inc in last st
42nd row: increase in first st, rib 2, turn
43rd row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
44th row: increase in first st, rib 8, turn
45th row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
46th row: increase in first st, rib 14, turn
47th row: Rib to last st, inc in last st
48th row: increase in first st, rib to last st, inc in last st… 47sts.
Work 2 rows, cast off loosely in rib.
Make up
Using back stitch, join back seam. Fold rib band in half on to wrong side and slip stitch in position. Fold peak in half, place stiffening inside and join with flat seam.
Sew peak to cap. Make a pom pom for the crown.
The hat in the photos was knitted on needles size 3.5mm for the rib and then size 5mm Finished hat would fit a toddler