The Ribbed Smith’s Hat is a fantastic gift idea for the whole family, featuring a unique chunky look with diagonal details. Perfect for keeping warm on cold nights, this design is both stylish and practical.
If you’re on the hunt for easy hat accessory projects, this beginner-friendly pattern is a must-try! Worked bottom-up, the simple construction makes it enjoyable to knit, while the diagonal lines add a touch of flair to the classic ribbed design.
Cozy, versatile, and fun to create—this hat is sure to become a favorite addition to your winter knitting projects!
SMITH’S HAT BY SANNE KALMBACHER
Craft: Knitting
Category: Hat → Beanie, Toque
Overview:
Smith’s Hat is a bottom-up, in-the-round knitted hat featuring a simple yet stylish design with diagonal lines. Perfect for knitters looking for a straightforward project with great results.
Details:
Suggested Yarn: Querstricker Finest Royal Alpaka
Yarn Weight: DK (11 wpi)
- Gauge: 23 stitches and 33 rows = 10 cm (stockinette stitch, blocked)
- Needle Size:
- US 4 (3.5 mm)
- US 2½ (3.0 mm)
- Yardage: 153–219 yards (140–200 m)
Sizes:
- M: 57 cm head circumference
- L: 61 cm head circumference
Pattern Highlights:
- Worked bottom-up
- Features ribbing and diagonal line details
- Written instructions
Backstory: This hat was created as a thank-you gift for a colleague named Smith, hence its name.
Availability: This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download.
Optional Support:
- If you enjoy the pattern, you can show your support by creating a project on Ravelry.
- Donations for future projects are welcome via PayPal to: [email protected] (select “send to a friend”).
Social Media: Share your projects using #smithshat and #kalmknit.
Find Yarn: Available at Querstricker or through the Querstricker – Wolle und Design Facebook group.
Enjoy knitting Smith’s Hat!
