Hirsute

Help your follicly-challenged friends and family express their personality with this fun and versatile knitting pattern for interchangeable bearded hats! This unique knitting project allows you to experiment with an array of stitch patterns and vibrant yarn colors to create nine completely different looks. The beards are designed to be interchangeable, giving you the freedom to switch them out and perfectly match your daily facial hair fancies!

SIZE
Head circumference = 18[20, 22, 24] inches / 46[51, 56, 61] cm
To fit = Toddler[Child, Adult Small, Adult Large]. This ensures that you can tailor the bearded hats for a range of ages and head sizes, making it a fantastic gift or fun project for family gatherings!

MATERIALS
For this delightful project, you will need Brown Sheep Nature Spun Worsted yarn, which is 100% wool and comes in a generous 245 yards per 100g skein. Use color 144W Limestone and approximately 105[120, 135, 150] yards (96[110, 123, 137] meters) of yarn to create the main hat. Additionally, gather small amounts of worsted yarn in various hair colors and skin tones to bring the beards to life (consult the beard instructions for specific yarn requirements). To get started, you'll need a US6/4mm circular needle and a tapestry needle for finishing touches. For extra flair, consider adding buttons (2 per beard) along with a sewing needle and thread that matches the color of your beards for a polished look.

GAUGE
Achieve a gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette stitch. This gauge is essential for ensuring that your bearded hats fit perfectly and keep their shape.

With this pattern, you can unleash your creativity while making memorable gifts for all the folks who love a bit of whimsy. Perfect for birthday celebrations, holiday cheer, or just for some fun selfies, these hats can appeal to kids and adults alike. So grab your needles and let the knitting adventure begin!