Knitted Net Weave Toque Hat

Introducing the Knitted Net Weave Toque Hat, a stylish and cozy accessory that will keep you warm during the chilly winter months. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this hat features a unique net weave pattern that adds a touch of sophistication to your winter wardrobe. The knitted construction ensures a snug fit, while the toque style provides ample coverage for your head and ears. The net weave design allows for breathability, preventing your head from overheating while still providing insulation against the cold. Whether you're heading out for a casual stroll or hitting the slopes, the Knitted Net Weave Toque Hat is the perfect accessory to complete your winter look. So why compromise on style or comfort when you can have both with this trendy and practical hat? Grab yours today and embrace the winter season in style!

Skill level: Intermediate

Materials:

• Yarn: Alize Baby Best, 90% acrylic, 10% Bamboo, 3.53 oz. (100 g), 262 yards (240 m), in the color: yellow 250 (1 skein).
• Circular knitting needles, 16" (40 cm) long, size US 6 (4 mm) and US 8 (5 mm).
• Double pointed needles (DPNs) set, size US 6 (4 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Stitch marker.

Sizes and measurements:

• Size S (toddler size): head circumference = 18"- 19" (46- 48 cm), height = 8" (20 cm).
• Size M/L (adult size): head circumference = 21"- 22" (53- 56 cm), height = 8" (20 cm).

Gauge:20 sts and 24 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in rib stitch.

Yardage:

• Size S: 110- 115 yards (100- 105 m), approx.
• Size M/L:120- 125 yards (110- 115 m), approx.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, then knit the two slipped sts together through back loops.

Instructions:

With size 6 (4 mm) circular knitting needles, cast on 80 (96) sts. Join in the round.

Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, work as follows:

Rib round: k 2, p 2, repeat to end.

Repeat the rib round 7 more times. Switch to size 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needles while repeating the rib round one more time, then work as follows:

General Pattern:

Round 1: *(k2tog, yo) four times, (k 2, p 2) twice, repeat from * to end.

Round 2: *k 8, (k 2, p 2) twice, repeat from * to end.

Round 3: *(yo, ssk) four times, (k 2, p 2) twice, repeat from * to end.

Round 4: repeat round 2.

Rounds 5-8: repeat rounds 1-4 once.

Round 9: *(k 2, p 2) twice, (k2tog, yo) four times, repeat from * to end.

Round 10: *(k 2, p 2) twice, k 8, repeat from * to end.

Round 11: *(k 2, p 2) twice, (yo, ssk) four times, repeat from * to end.

Round 12: repeat round 10.

Rounds 13-16: repeat rounds 9-12.

Repeat rounds 1- 8 one more time, then repeat rib round eight times.

Decreasing rounds:

Round 1: k 2, p 1, k2tog, ssk, p 1, k 2, p 2, k 2, p 2, repeat to end. (70, 84 sts)

Rounds 2-3: k the knit sts and o the purl sts.

Round 4: k 2, p 1, k 2, p 1, k 2, p 1, k2tog, ssk, p 1, repeat to end. (60, 72 sts)

Rounds 5-6: repeat round 2.

Round 7: k2tog, p 1, repeat to end. (40, 48 sts)

Round 8-9: repeat round 2.

Change to DPNs set.

Round 10: sl st, *k2tog, repeat from * to last st, k the last st with the first sl st together. (20, 24 sts)

Round 11: k2tog, repeat to end. (10, 12 sts)

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

Happy crocheting/knitting!