Knitted Chunky Hat
The knitted chunky hat is the epitome of cozy and cute! It's like a warm hug for your head on chilly days. With its plush yarn and stylish design, it not only keeps you warm but also adds a touch of charm to any outfit. Whether you're out for a winter stroll or just lounging at home, this hat is your perfect companion for both style and comfort. So go ahead, embrace the snuggly goodness of a knitted chunky hat and rock that winter look with a big smile!
Materials:
-US# 10 1/2 (6.5mm)
-US# 15 (10mm)
-1 stitch markers
-2 balls Super Bulky #6 yarn of your favorite color
-1 tapestry needle
Instructions:
-Cast on 44 stitches with US# 10 ½ needle, using the main color.
-Place marker and knit 1x1 rib stitch until you have 1 ½” for the band of the hat.
-Change to the US# 15 needles and knit 1 row while increasing 1 stitch every 4 stitches. End with one increase, now you should have 55 stitches in total.
-Knit one row
If you need help with this pattern, please click on the link above for video tutorial.
Add Color:
-*K4 with main color, k1 with second color*, repeat from *to* until the end of row.
(Tip: Do not squeeze your stitches from right head when knitting with second color, you need space to carry the color on the back of the project. Otherwise when you put your hat on the stitches will look stretched)
-Knit 4 rows.
-K1 with main color, k1 with second color, *k4 with main color, k1 second color*, repeat from *to* until the end of row, end with k3.
-Knit 4 rows
-K3 main color, k1 second color, *k4 main color, k1 second color*, repeat from *to* until the end of row, end with k1.
-Knit 4 rows
-K1 second color, k4 main color, *k1 second color, k4 main color*, repeat from *to* until the end of row, end with k4.
-Knit 1 row
Decreasing section:
-Main color K4, k2tog, *k4, k2tog*, repeat from *to* until the end of row, end with k1
-Knit 1 row main color.
-Main color K4, k2tog, *k4, k2tog* repeat from *to* until the end of row, end with k1
-(add color) K2 main color, k1 second color, *k2 main color, k1 second color, k3 main color, k1 second color*, repeat until the end of row, end with k1. Cut the second color leaving a long tail, you don’t have to use it anymore.
-Knit 1 row main color.
-Main color *K2tog, k1*, repeat from *to* until the end of row.
- Main color *K2tog, k1*, repeat from *to* until the end of row.
-Main color k2tog until the end of row.
-Cut the main color leaving a tail, thread your tapestry needle with that piece of yarn and go through all the stitches (starting on the stich next to the one you finish). Once you have all the stitches on the piece of yarn pull hard to close the opening at the top of the hat.
Final Touch:
Make a fluffy Pom Pom and place it at the top of the hat.