Knitted All Braids Hat

 Introducing the All Braids Hat, a cozy and stylish accessory that will keep you warm during the chilly winter months. This hat is meticulously crafted using the art of knitting, ensuring a high-quality and durable product. The intricate braided design adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your winter wardrobe, making it a versatile accessory that can be paired with any outfit. The attention to detail is evident in the intricate braided pattern that adorns the entire hat, giving it a unique and eye-catching look. Made from the finest quality yarn, this hat is not only fashionable but also incredibly soft and comfortable to wear. Whether you're strolling through the city streets or enjoying a winter hike, the All Braids Hat will keep you warm and stylish all season long.

Materials:

• Yarn: PoloSu Softy Lux, 100% Anti-Pilling Acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g), 273 yards (250 m), 1 skein (for all sizes).
• Circular knitting needles, 16" (40 cm) long, size US 4 (3.5 mm), US 6 (4 mm).
• Double pointed needles (DPNs) set, size US 6 (4 mm).
• Small stitch holder.
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Sizes and measurements:

• Size S (child size): head circumference = 18- 19" (45- 48 cm), height = 7.5" (19 cm).
• Size M/L (adult size): head circumference = 22- 23" (56- 58.5 cm), height = 8" (20.5 cm).
• Size L/XL (adult size):head circumference = 23- 24" (58.5 - 61 cm), height = 8.5" (21.5 cm).

Yardage:

• Size S (child size):120- 125 yards (110- 115 m), approx.
• Size M/L (adult size): 145- 150 yards (130- 135 m), approx.
• Size L/XL (adult size): 165- 170 yards (150- 155 m), approx.

Gauge: 20 sts and 30 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.
• p2tog: purl two stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, then knit the two slipped stitches together through back loops.
• k3tog: knit three stitches together.
• s2s1ktog: slip two sts as if to knit them together, knit next st and pass the first two stitches over it (centered double decrease).
• sth: stitch holder.

Instructions:

With size US 4 (3.5 mm) circular knitting needles, cast on 110 (120,130). Join in the round. Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, then work as follows:

Rib round: k 1, p 1, repeat to end.

Repeat the rib round 8 (10,11) more times. Switch to size US 6 (4 mm) circular knitting needles while working the next round:

Rounds 1 and 2: k 7, p 3, repeat to end.

General pattern:

Round 3: pass three sts to the sth in front, (k 1, yo, k 1) into next st, pass the three sts back to left needle, s2s1ktog, k 3, p 3, repeat to end.

Round 4: repeat round 1.

Round 5: k 3,pass one st to the sth in back, with the next three sts work s2s1ktog, pass the st on sth back to left needle and (k 1, yo, k 1) into it, p 3, repeat to end.

Round 6: repeat round 1.

Repeat the general pattern seven (nine,ten) more times.

Decreasing rounds:

Note: change to(DPNs) set when needed.

Round 1: pass three sts to the sth in front, (k 1, yo, k 1) into next st, pass the three sts back to left needle, s2s1ktog, k 3, p2tog, p 1, repeat to end. [99 (108,117) sts]

Round 2: k 7, p 2, repeat to end.

Round 3: k 3,pass one st to the sth in back, with the next three sts work s2s1ktog, pass the st on sth back to left needle and (k 1, yo, k 1) into it, p2tog, repeat to end. [88 (96,104) sts]

Round 4: k 7, p 1, repeat to end.

Round 5: pass three sts to the sth in front, (k 1, yo, k 1) into next st, pass the three sts back to left needle, s2s1ktog, k 2, ssk, repeat to end. [77 (84,91) sts]

Round 6: k to end.

Round 7: k 5, ssk, repeat to end. [66 (72,78) sts]

Round 8: k to end.

Round 9: k 4, ssk, repeat to end. [55 (60,65) sts]

Round 10: k to end.

Round 11: k 3, ssk, repeat to end. [44 (48,52) sts]

Round 12: k 2, ssk, repeat to end. [33 (36,39) sts]

Round 13: k 1, ssk, repeat to end. [22 (24,26) sts]

Round 14: ssk, repeat to end. [11 (12,13) sts]

Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) long yarn tail, pull it through all sts and tighten together. Weave in loose ends.

Happy crocheting/knitting!