My Bohus Experiment Hat

Unleash your creativity with this fun-to-knit hat pattern that began as an exciting experiment in Bohus Stitch knitting! This delightful hat knits up quickly, providing both warmth and style for chilly days. Perfect for using up leftover yarn, you can incorporate various colors for the stripes and the stunning Bohus stitch. For the main color, you’ll need less than 100 yards of yarn. The pattern features easy ribbing followed by a straightforward stripe design, culminating in a beautiful center Bohus pattern stitch that adds both color and texture through the use of purl stitches. Throughout the knitting process, you'll only use 2 colors at a time per row, making it manageable and enjoyable! To finish, simply repeat the stripe pattern and decrease to shape the top of the hat. Voila, your cozy hat is complete!

This versatile hat can be sized to fit everyone from babies to adults by adjusting the yarn weight and stitch count used. Since there are numerous variables at play, I’m not providing specific finished measurements, allowing you to customize the fit to your heart’s content. Whether you choose to knit a snug beanie or a looser fit, the options are endless!

For this knitting project, you will need a set of double-pointed needles for the top decreasing section of the hat, along with circular needles for working the main body of the hat. If you're using fingering weight yarn, we recommend a size 5 needle; for sport weight yarn, adjust accordingly to ensure the perfect tension.

Get started today on this charming Bohus Stitch hat that's perfect for gifts, personal use, or even craft fairs. With its unique design and texture, you'll be turning heads wherever you go!