Santa’s Helper Knitted Hat for kids pattern!

Santa’s Little Helper is a playful, color-blocked knit hat worked from the brim all the way to a tapered tip. The design begins with a row of pointed garter triangles that form a festive edging. Stitches are then picked up to work a simple Fair Isle band, followed by bold stripes that spiral upward as the hat narrows.

Sized for toddlers, kids, and adults, the hat has a stretchy, comfortable fit thanks to soft acrylic yarn and easy stockinette shaping. The finishing touch is a trio of pom-poms—one at the top and two decorating the points on the brim—bringing a cheerful, elf-like vibe to the whole look.

A great project for confident beginners, this pattern mixes basic colorwork with straightforward decreases, making it a fun seasonal knit that works up quickly and looks fantastic in bright, playful shades.

Free pattern here: link