Knitted Hope and Strength Hat
The "Knitted Hope and Strength Hat" is not just any accessory; it's a symbol of resilience and comfort that warms both your head and your heart. Crafted with care and precision, this hat is more than just yarn and needles - it represents hope in the face of adversity and strength in times of struggle. Each stitch is a testament to the unwavering spirit of the person wearing it. So, as you don this cozy beanie, remember that you're not just wearing a hat; you're wearing a piece of courage and positivity knitted just for you. Let this hat remind you that no matter what challenges come your way, you have the strength to overcome them with grace and style. Wear it proudly and let its warmth envelop you like a hug from a friend.
Materials: Worsted weight yarn
Notions: Scissors, Stitch markers, tapestry needle
Needles: US6 or US7 depending on gauge
Gauge: Stockinette Stitch – 20 sts for 4”
Size: Fits up to 24” head
Special abbreviations- C4F ( place 2 stitches on cable needle, hold to the front, knit 2 sts, k2 from cable needle)
Eor- end of round
Cast on 84 placing an end of round marker.
Knit k2, p2 for approximately 2”
Rnd 1: C4F, P2, knit last it turned out to be OK days so 2 sts of round, P2.
Rnd 2: K4, P2, knit to last 2 sts of round, P2.
Rnd 3: K4, P2, knit to last 2 sts of round, P2.
Rnd 4: C4F, P2, knit to last 2 sts of round, P2
Repeat rnd 2 for 10 rounds.
Repeat rounds 1-4
Repeat rnd 2 for 10 rounds.
Continue pattern as set until hat reaches 6” from cast on edge.
Start decrease rounds:
*K12, k2tog, pm* repeat to eor.
Knit to eor.
*K11, k2tog, sm* repeat to eor.
Knit to eor.
*Knit 10, k2tog, sm* repeat to eor.
Knit to eor.
*Knit 9, k2tog, sm * repeat to eor.
Knit to eor.
Continue to decrease in this manner until you have 24 sts left on the
Needles and have completed a knit round.
The next 3 rounds, decrease every round. IE: *knit two, knit two together*, repeat to eor. Next round: *Knit one, knit two together,* repeat to eor. Next round: *Knit two together, repeat * to end of round
This prevents a cone.
You should have 6 sts left on the needles. Break yarn and thread through the 6
Live stitches to close. Weave tails in on the inside.
Block if needed.