Knitted Sun Hat

Knitted sun hats are fantastic accessories for sunny days! Not only do they keep the harsh rays away, but they also add a touch of style to any outfit. The intricate knit patterns give these hats a cozy and charming feel, making them a versatile choice for both beach outings and outdoor strolls. With a wide brim to provide extra shade and soft yarn for comfort, a knitted sun hat is a fun way to stay protected while looking effortlessly chic. Whether you're lounging by the pool or running errands in town, this accessory is a must-have for those who value both fashion and functionality.

Materials Needed:

• 2 balls (approximately 140yds) of Premier Yarns Raffia 131y/3.5oz)
• size 9 (5.5mm) dpn or circular, yarn needle, stitch markers

Gauge: 16sts x 24 rows/10cms or 4ins

Sizes (appx head circumference)

ladies adult (51cms, 20ins)

Description

This hat is knit top down in the round. The yarn is VERY STIFF and does take some getting used to, but it creates a perfect straw style hat for keeping the sun off. It uses a leaf motif for the increases adding a special touch.

SAGE HAT

Cast on 8. Join in the round.

Round 1 – knit around

Round 2 – [yo, k1] around (16sts)

Round 3 – knit around

Round 4 – [k1, yo, k1, yo, k2] around (24sts)

Round 5 – knit around

Round 6 – [k2, yo, k1, yo, k3] around (32sts)

Round 7 – knit around

Round 8 – [k3, yo, k1, yo, k4] around (40sts)

Round 9 – knit around

Round 10 – [yo, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k1] around (48sts)

Round 11 – knit around

Round 12 – [k1, yo, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k2] around (56sts)

Round 13 – knit around

Round 14 – [k2, yo, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k3] around (64sts)

Round 15 – knit around

Round 16 – [k3, yo, ssk, k5, k2tog, yo, k4] around

Round 17 – knit around

Round 18 – [k4, yo, ssk, k3, k2tog, yo, k5] around

Round 19 – knit around

Round 20 – [k5, yo, ssk, k1, k2tog, yo, k6] around

Round 21 – knit around

Round 22 – [k6, yo, sl1, k2tog, psso, yo, k7] around

Rounds 23-32 – knit around

Round 33 – [yo, k8] around (72sts)

Round 34 – [ktbl, k8] around

Round 35 – [yo, k9] around (80sts)

Round 36 – [ktbl, k9] around

Round 37 – [yo, k10] around (88sts)

Round 38 – [ktbl, k10] around

Round 39 – [yo, k11] around (96sts)

Round 40 – [ktbl, k11] around

Round 41 – [yo, k12] around (104sts)

Round 42 – [ktbl, k12] around

Round 43 – [yo, k13] around (112sts)

Round 44 – [ktbl, k13] around

Round 45 – [yo, k14] around (120sts)

Round 46 – [ktbl, k14] around

Round 47 – [yo, k15] around (128sts)

Round 48 – [ktbl, k15] around

Round 49 – [yo, k16] around (136sts)

Round 50 – [ktbl, k16] around

Round 51 – [yo, k17] around (144sts)

Round 52 – [ktbl, k17] around

Bind off loosely. Pull yarn at the top through cast on hat stitches and cinch the top tight.

Weave in ends. Block as desired.

Stitch Key:

• K – knit
• p – purl
• st – stitch
• yo – yarn over
• k2tog – knit 2 stitches together
• ssk – slip the next stitch as if to knit, slip the next stitch as if to knit, knit the 2 slipped stitches together
• sl – slip the next st as if to knit
• psso – pass the slipped stitch over the k2tog you just completed
• tbl – through back loop