Budapest hat

Introducing the Budapest Hat, a stylish and minimalistic knitted accessory designed to keep you warm and chic during the coldest months. This unique hat pattern is crafted seamlessly from the bottom up to the crown, featuring clever double decreases that not only enhance the design but also make the hat completely reversible. It is undoubtedly your next must-have cold-weather wardrobe staple. To ensure you master every special technique involved, we've included comprehensive video tutorials that guide you throughout the entire knitting process.

This ribbed hat is designed with approximately 15-18 cm / 6-7” of negative ease, allowing for a comfortably snug fit that stays secure during wear. To choose the best size for your needs, measure around the wearer's forehead and subtract the desired amount of negative ease. Then, select the finished hat circumference that is closest to this calculated number for the perfect fit. The recommended finished hat length is about 2.5-3.75 cm / 1-1.5” longer than the actual head depth—this measurement is taken from the bottom of the ear to the top of the head. In the pictures provided, samples are shown in size 2, which boasts a finished hat length of 23.75 cm / 9.5”.

Gauge: Achieve the perfect fit by ensuring a gauge of 28 stitches and 33 rounds over 1x1 Ribbing, equating to a 10 cm / 4” measurement. Please note that the gauge swatch is worked using size 4 mm / US 6 circular needles and is measured unstretched! This attention to detail is essential for your knitting success, ensuring that your Budapest Hat not only looks fantastic but fits beautifully.

Whether you're new to knitting or looking to refine your skills, this pattern provides a delightful challenge and is suitable for knitters of various skill levels. Get started on your next favorite project today and embrace the cozy warmth of handmade knitwear with the Budapest Hat!