Simple Stripe Rib Hat
Add a splash of color to your little one's wardrobe with this charming and simple stripe baby/kids' hat knitting pattern! Designed to be easy and enjoyable, this versatile pattern allows you to choose **three vibrant colors** for the perfect playful look, making it an ideal stash-buster project. The adorable hats showcased here each utilize two shades (a light and a dark) of the same color combined with classic cream, creating a delightful striped effect.
This knitting pattern offers **detailed instructions** on how to create your hat either FLAT AND SEAMED using single pointed needles, or IN THE ROUND on double-pointed needles (DPNs). Whether you're a novice or an experienced knitter, you'll find the instructions easy to follow.
Our knitting pattern accommodates a variety of sizes, catering to newborns and toddlers alike with the following measurements: 6-8 lbs, 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-2 years, 3-4 years, and 5-8 years. This ensures that you can knit a matching hat for siblings or friends of all ages!
Select any sport weight yarn that works well on **3.25mm (US3)** needles to achieve the tension specified below for best results. For this project, we recommend high-quality yarns like **Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino** or **Rowan Baby Cashsoft Merino**, both of which provide a soft and luxurious feel against your child's delicate skin.
The delightful little hats depicted here were lovingly knitted in **Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino**. Get inspired by the beautiful color combinations shown:
- Col 1: Apple / Col 2: Citrus / Col 3: Ecru
- Col 1: Lipstick Pink / Col 2: Candy Pink / Col 3: Ecru
- Col 1: Ruby / Col 2: Lipstick Pink / Col 3: Ecru
- Col 1: Indigo / Col 2: Denim / Col 3: Ecru
Tension: Achieve a perfect finish with the following tension:
10cm (4 inches) = 25 stitches
10cm (4 inches) = 34 rows
Ready to get started on this delightful knitting project? Enjoy the creativity and warmth that this unique baby/kids' hat will bring into your little one's wardrobe!
