The Arboraceous Hat free knitting pattern will help you make a simple ladies beanie in 3 sizes using mohair and DK weight yarn with delicate criss-cross cables.
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The Arboraceous Hat Free Knit Pattern
The Free Knit Arboraceous Hat
Inspired by the serene beauty of a wooded landscape, the Arboraceous Hat is a must-have hat free knitting pattern for anyone who finds peace among the trees.
This knit hat design features delicate criss-cross cables that mimic the twisting branches of a forest, making it a beautiful and functional beanie for those chilly winter strolls.
Designed specifically for ladies who appreciate a nature-inspired aesthetic, the pattern is remarkably simple to follow despite its intricate appearance.
Whether you prefer a snug, classic fit or a more relaxed, slouchy style, this versatile accessory is the perfect companion for wandering through woodsy, shaded spots this season.
How To Knit The Arboraceous Hat
Constructed with a traditional bottom up method, this hat free knitting pattern is accessible for various skill levels and offers 3 sizes (small, medium, and large) to ensure the perfect fit.
To achieve a soft, ethereal halo, the design calls for DK yarn held together with Mohair, requiring approximately 215 – 230 yards (197 – 210 m) of total yardage.
You will need US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 5 (3.75 mm) needles to navigate the ribbing and the simple body of the hat.
Because the final size is largely determined by the weight of the yarn you choose, this ladies’ beanie provides a customizable knitting experience, allowing you to master those charming criss-cross cables while creating a cozy, woodland-ready staple.
Free Knit Pattern: Arboraceous Hat
Pattern Information:
Materials:
US size 4/3.5 mm- 32”/80 cm length circular knitting needles
US size 5/3.75 mm- 32”/80 cm length circular knitting needles
US size 5/3.75 mm- 16”/40 cm length circular knitting needles or magic loop or dpns
The Autumn Acorn BFL – DK wt. – 100 g/245 yds. (I used approx. 60 grams/147 yards)
The Autumn Acorn mohair/silk- lace wt. –50 g/459 yds. (I used approx. 15 grams/70 yds)
Cable needle or dpn
Gauge:
Knit in pattern stitch using 1 strand of DK wt yarn + 1 strand of mohair/silk yarn held together using US size 5/3.75 mm needles, 4.5 sts. and 8 rows = 1”
Styles:
Plain and slouchy
Sizes/Measurements:
(1 strand of DK + mohair yarn held together)
Medium-Large- 18-20” circumference + 9” height
(1 strand of DK yarn)
Small-Medium- 16-17” circumference + 8.5” height
Abbreviations:
BO- bind off
Cn- cable needle
CO- cast on
Dec- decrease
Dpn(s)- double pointed needle(s)
K- knit
K2tog- knit 2 together
LC- left cable
RC- right cable
Rep- repeat
Sts- stitches
Copyright Notice:
Feel free to sell your finished shawls made from this pattern, however, please do not copy, alter, or sell the pattern itself. For each of your listings, you must include the following: “Pattern provided by Judy Jewell of The Autumn Acorn at http://www.theautumnacorn.etsy.com“.
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Let’s Begin The Free Knitting Pattern
Directions:
Beginning at bottom of hat:
With US size 4 needles, CO 108 sts. Join to knit in the round.
Place stitch marker at BOR.
K2P2 around 6 times.
Switch to US size 5 needles
Begin criss-cross cable pattern: (* = dec row)
Row 1: K
*Row 2: K
Row 3: *RC (slip 2 sts to cn or dpn + hold in back, K2, K2 from cn or dpn), K2, rep from * to end.
*Row 4: K
Row 5: K
*Row 6: K
Row 7: *K2, LC (slip 2 sts to dpn + hold in front, K2, K2 from dpn), rep from * to end.
*Row 8: K
Work decrease repeats 1-8 5x more (6x more for slouchy hat).
On repeat 7, work a dec on row 2: K 7, K2tog, (K 16, K2tog) 5x, K 7 (102 sts)
On repeat 7, work a dec on row 4: K 8, K2tog, (K 15, K2tog) 5x, K 7 (96 sts)
On repeat 7, work a dec on row 6: K 7, K2tog, (K 14, K2tog) 5x, K 7 (90 sts)
On repeat 7, work a dec on row 8: K 7, K2 tog, (K 13, K2tog) 5x, K 6 (84 sts)
On repeat 8, work a dec on row 2: K 6, K2 tog, (K 12, K2tog) 5x, K 6 (78 sts)
On repeat 8, work a dec on row 4: K 6, K2tog, (K 11, K2tog) 5x, K 5 (72 sts)
On repeat 8, work a dec on row 6: K 5, K2tog, (K 10, K2tog) 5x, K 5 (66 sts)
On repeat 8, work a dec on row 8: K 5, K2tog, (K 9, K2tog) 5x, K 4 (60 sts)
K2tog around (30 sts) *end of regular hat version.
Continue here for slouchy hat version: on repeat 9, work a dec on row 2: K 4, K2tog, (K 8, K2tog) 5x, K 4 (54 sts)
On repeat 9, work a dec on row 4: K 4, K2tog, (K 7, K2tog) 5x, K 3 (48 sts)
K2tog around (24 sts) * end of slouchy hat version.
For both versions, do not cut yarn.
Finishing:
Using 15” of the yarn and a darning needle, gather up the remaining 24 live sts and pull tightly.
Tie off and securely weave stitches onto underside of hat.
Optional: sew on a pom-pom and weave in all loose ends.
