Pohopoco
Pohopoco is a beautifully crafted lace hat that showcases stunning hand-dyed yarns, making it a perfect addition to your spring wardrobe. Designed with a lightweight DK yarn, this hat is ideal for transitional weather—light enough to wear on cooler days and stylish enough to elevate any outfit.
Supplies Needed for the Pohopoco Lace Hat
Yarn
You will need approximately 175 yards of DK weight yarn for this project. Choose a yarn that highlights the intricate lace pattern!
Hat Sample Shown in:
The Plucky Knitter Cozy, which is a luxurious blend of 90% merino and 10% camel fiber, is used in this project. The yarn is DK weight, boasting 260 yards in each skein. For our sample hat, we utilized approximately 150 yards (63 grams) of this exquisite yarn.
Needles
To knit the Pohopoco hat, gather the following needles:
- 1 US size 4 (3.5 mm) 16-inch circular needle
- 1 US size 6 (4.0 mm) 16-inch circular needle
- 1 set of US size 6 (4.0 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs)
Notions
Don’t forget these crucial notions to complete your project:
- A tapestry needle for weaving in ends and ensuring a polished finish
- A stitch marker to denote the beginning of the round, making your knitting experience smoother
Gauge for the Pohopoco Hat
Achieve a gauge of 24 stitches and 32 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch using US size 6 needles with The Plucky Knitter Cozy. Ensuring the correct gauge is essential for a perfect fit!
Finished Size of the Pohopoco Hat
This hat features a fitted rib and a slouchy body, tailored to fit the average woman’s head comfortably. The dimensions of the hat are approximately 9 inches across and 8.5 inches tall (lying flat and unstretched), but you can easily customize it to achieve your desired fit.
Abbreviations and Stitches Used
For your convenience, here are some common abbreviations you'll encounter in the pattern:
- dpn – double-pointed needles
- k – knit
- k2tog – knit two together
- m1 – make one stitch (increase)
Whether you are an experienced knitter or looking for an exciting project to enhance your skills, the Pohopoco Lace Hat pattern makes for a delightful addition to any knitting collection. Download the pattern now and enjoy creating your own stunning lace hat!
