Cupcake Hat

**Knitting Pattern for a Fun "Drip" Edged Hat - Perfect for Advanced Beginners!** Get ready to create cozy and stylish hats with our delightful knitting pattern featuring "drip" edging. One skein of each color of worsted weight yarn will provide enough material to whip up 2 or more hats, making this project not only fun but also budget-friendly! To successfully complete this hat, you'll need to knit in the round and possess basic crochet skills for the decorative "drip" trim. If you can confidently knit, purl, and have a very basic understanding of crochet, you’re all set to tackle this project! We classify this pattern as an advanced beginner level, so it’s perfect for someone looking to enhance their knitting repertoire. **What You’ll Need:** - Worsted weight yarn in your favorite colors - Size 7 US (4.5mm) 16" circular needles - Size 7 US (4.5mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) - Size 5 US (3.75mm) double-pointed needles (for the cherry) - Size I-9 crochet hook (or a larger hook for bigger "drips") Included in the pattern are clear instructions and measurements in both inches and centimeters, ensuring you can follow along effortlessly. **Pro Tip:** This pattern is quite forgiving when it comes to gauge, so don’t stress too much about it! As long as you aren’t an extremely tight or loose knitter, you should achieve fantastic results. Dive into this charming knitting project and enjoy the satisfaction of creating beautiful hats that you can gift or wear yourself! Happy Knitting!