Grateful

Looking for a stunning gift that you can whip up in no time? This delightful knitted hat features an enchanting smocking design that resembles an intricate cable stitch, yet it’s incredibly easy to create! Experienced knitters can complete this lovely hat in just over 1 hour, while beginners may take around 2.5 hours.

The Grateful hat stands out with its stretchy ribbing technique, which elongates the stitches and gives the overall circumference a snug fit. This results in a hat that not only looks fabulous but also fits wonderfully! Thanks to its simple, all-over pattern that is easy to memorize, you can effortlessly craft one of these charming hats in approximately 2 hours. This is why we initially published it as the 2 Hour Smocked Toque, highlighting its quick-knit appeal. Be sure to select a size with 4-6” (10-15cm) of negative ease for that perfect fit.

**Suggested Materials:** You will need 1-2 skeins of Malabrigo Rasta, a luxurious yarn that adds warmth and texture to your project.

**Essential Tools:** For this knitting project, you will require an 8 mm (US 11) 40 cm (16 inch) circular knitting needle and a 10 mm (US 15) 40 cm (16 inch) circular knitting needle (or the size that achieves your desired gauge). Don't forget your tapestry needle for finishing touches!

**Gauge:** To achieve the perfect fit for a small to medium adult hat, aim for a gauge of 10 stitches in a 4-inch sample, worked in pattern with the larger needles.

Start your knitting journey today by downloading this free or premium pattern, and enjoy creating beautiful, handmade hats that are perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself!