Free Knitting Patterns for 4 Aran Hats.
Knitting pattern instructions for four different hat patterns, all designed for Sirdar Wool Rich Aran yarn: a Rope Cable Hat, a Cabled Beret, a Garter Stitch Ridge Beret with Pompom, and a Textured Pull-On Hat.
1. Rope Cable Hat
This pattern creates a close-fitting hat with a prominent rope cable design running vertically around the hat. It features a ribbed brim and a shaped crown.
- Measurements:
- To fit an average size woman’s head. (Specific circumference not provided).
- Skill Level: Given the cabling and shaping, this pattern is best suited for Intermediate knitters.
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Sirdar Wool Rich Aran (shade 314): 2 x 100g balls
- Needles:
- 4mm (UK 8 – USA 6) knitting needles
- 5mm (UK 6 – USA 8) knitting needles
- Notions:
- Cable needle
- Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends and seaming)
- Materials for making a pompom (yarn, pompom maker or cardboard)
- Gauge: Cable panel (10 sts) measures 4cm (1.5in), and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) on 5mm.
Description:
The hat begins with a 2×2 rib brim (k2, p2) worked on smaller needles (4mm). After the brim, the pattern transitions to larger needles (5mm) and establishes the cable pattern. The cable pattern is an 8-row repeat, featuring a central 6-stitch rope cable flanked by purl stitches. The crown shaping is achieved through a series of decreases, strategically placed within the cable and purl sections to maintain the overall pattern while reducing the stitch count. The final stitches are gathered together to close the top of the hat. A pompom is made and attached to the crown. The hat is seamed up the back.
2. Cabled Beret
This pattern creates a beret with a more intricate cable design than the Rope Cable Hat. It has a ribbed brim and a slouchy, beret-style shape.
- Measurements:
- To fit an average size woman’s head. (Specific circumference not provided).
- Skill Level: Due to the more complex cabling and shaping, this pattern is best suited for Experienced knitters.
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Sirdar Wool Rich Aran (shade 311): 1 x 100g ball
- Needles:
- 4mm (UK 8 – USA 6) knitting needles
- 5mm (UK 6 – USA 8) knitting needles
- Notions:
- Cable needle
- Tapestry needle
- Gauge: Cable panel measures 7cm (2.75in) over 17 sts, and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) on 5mm needles.
Description:
The beret begins with a 1×1 rib brim (k1, p1) worked on smaller needles. After the brim, the pattern transitions to larger needles and establishes the cable pattern. The cable pattern is a 6-row repeat and features multiple cable crosses (C6F, C6B, C5F, C5B, C3F, C3B). Increases are worked before establishing the main cable pattern, creating the wider beret shape. The crown shaping is achieved through a series of decreases, worked within the cable and purl sections. The final stitches are gathered to close the top. The beret is seamed up the back.
3. Garter Stitch Ridge Beret with Pompom
This pattern creates a beret with a textured, ridged surface created by alternating sections of garter stitch (knit every row) and stocking stitch (knit one row, purl one row). It features a ribbed brim and a pompom.
- Measurements:
- To fit an average size woman’s head. (Specific circumference not provided).
- Skill Level: This pattern is relatively simple, making it suitable for Confident Beginners familiar with basic increases and decreases.
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Sirdar Wool Rich Aran (shade 316): 1 x 100g ball
- Needles:
- 4mm (UK 8 – USA 6) knitting needles
- 5mm (UK 6 – USA 8) knitting needles
- Notions:
- Tapestry needle
- Materials for making a pompom
- Gauge: 18 sts and 29 rows to 10cm (4in) over garter stitch ridge pattern on 5mm needles.
Description:
The beret begins with a 2×2 rib brim. After the brim, the pattern transitions to larger needles and establishes the garter stitch ridge pattern. This pattern involves alternating sections of garter stitch (several rows knitted) and stocking stitch (alternating knit and purl rows). Increases are worked within the garter stitch sections to create the wider beret shape. The crown shaping is achieved through a series of decreases, worked evenly across the rows. The final stitches are gathered to close the top. A pompom is made and attached to the crown. The beret is seamed up the back.
4. Textured Pull-On Hat
This pattern creates a close-fitting, beanie-style hat with a textured pattern created by alternating knit and purl stitches. It’s designed to fit an average size man’s head.
- Measurements:
- To fit an average size man’s head. (Specific circumference not provided).
- Skill Level: This pattern is relatively simple, making it suitable for Confident Beginners familiar with basic knit and purl stitches and decreases.
- Materials Needed:
- Yarn: Sirdar Wool Rich Aran (shade 317): 1 x 100g ball
- Needles:
- 4mm (UK 8 – USA 6) knitting needles
- 5mm (UK 6 – USA 8) knitting needles
- Notions:
- Tapestry needle
- Gauge: 19 sts and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) over pattern on 5mm needles
Description:
The hat begins with a 1×1 rib brim. After the brim, the pattern transitions to larger needles and establishes the textured pattern. This pattern involves a simple repeat of knit and purl stitches, creating a textured surface. The hat is worked straight until the crown shaping begins. The crown shaping is achieved through a series of decreases, worked within the textured pattern. The final stitches are gathered to close the top. The hat is seamed up the back, with the seam reversed for the turn-back (brim).
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