Lijiang Year of the Horse Hat

Introducing the Lijiang Hat knitting pattern, a stunning design crafted in honor of the Year of the Horse. This eye-catching hat features a unique stranded border, artfully combining a charming image of a horse with a repeat of the simplified Chinese character for “horse.” Celebrate cultural heritage and craftsmanship with this beautiful project that is perfect for knitters looking to add a special touch to their collection.

The Lijiang Hat is expertly worked in the round from the bottom up, showcasing a stylish corrugated rib edging. This versatile pattern employs both stranded knitting and duplicate stitch techniques, making it an excellent choice for intermediate knitters. If you prefer a more simplified look, the horse motif can easily be omitted, allowing you to create a striking hat that features only the repeat of the Chinese character in the stranded border.

Perfectly capturing the spirit of the Lijiang Pony, a relatively new breed of horse originating from the picturesque Lijiang District of China, this hat pattern is as fun to knit as it is to wear.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate: This pattern requires a range of skills, including working in the round, reading knitting charts, managing stranded knitting with long floats (it is recommended to catch floats longer than 5 stitches on the wrong side), and implementing duplicate stitching techniques.

Finished Size: The Lijiang Hat comes in a variety of sizes—14 (15 ¾, 17 ½, 19 1/4, 20 ¾, 22 ½) inches (35.5, 40, 44.5, 49, 52.5, 57 cm) circumference, measured at the brim of the hat. Please note that the stranded section will measure approximately ¾"/2 cm smaller. This hat is designed to fit a range of heads, from babies and toddlers to small or large children.

Download the Lijiang Hat knitting pattern today and embark on a delightful journey of creativity and cultural appreciation. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your knitting skills with this beautifully detailed project that is perfect for gifts or personal use!