Star Web
Discover the perfect knitting project with the Star Web hat, designed for knitters who love to create stylish accessories. This eye-catching hat is knit from the bottom up in the round, ensuring a seamless finish that’s ideal for cold weather. The unique design features a striking two-color 2X2 rib pattern that incorporates slipped stitches, eliminating the need for traditional stranded colorwork. The clever crown decrease technique involves cabling no more than three stitches at a time, making it manageable and rewarding for knitters of various skill levels.
For this project, you will need US 7 (4.5mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles and/or double-pointed needles (DPNs) for crafting the body and shaping the crown. A smaller gauge US 5 (3.75mm) 16” / 40cm circular needle is required for creating the stylish ribbed brim. The pattern offers yardage estimates that are approximate: you will need 110 (130) yards / 100 (119) meters of DK weight yarn for the main color, and about 45 (55) yards / 42 (50) meters of DK weight yarn for the contrasting color.
It’s essential to check your gauge to achieve the best results: aim for 24 stitches and 44 rows to equal 4” (10 cm) in the Modified Rib pattern worked in the round on the larger needles and blocked. We highly recommend knitting a gauge swatch before you start!
When finished and blocked, the Star Web hat comes in two sizes: Small and Large. The brim circumference measures 16” (18”) / 39 (45.5) cm, while the body circumference is 16” (18 ½”) / 39 (45.5) cm. The height from the first decrease round to the crown measures 2” (2 ½”) / 5 (6.5) cm, with a total height of 8” (8 ½”) / 20 (21.5) cm. This charming and cozy hat will not only keep you warm but also serve as a stylish addition to your winter wardrobe.
Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a beginner eager to learn new techniques, the Star Web hat pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection. Download this free or paid pattern now and get ready to impress yourself and others with your beautiful handiwork!
