Kids Nordic Reindeer Knitting Pattern
Kids Nordic Reindeer Knitting Pattern- a classic Nordic design featuring reindeer and evergreen trees.
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I’ve been having a lot of fun lately knitting Nordic hats for the whole family. I’m looking forward to sharing the patterns with you! First up is this reindeer and evergreen tree hat I made for my youngest. This pattern slightly more difficult than the ones I usually post, so I wouldn’t recommend it for those who are new to knitting.
Kids Nordic Reindeer Knitting Pattern
Yarn: Lion Brand Basic Stitch in Ivy and in Ecru
(1 skein each)
Needles: Size US 6 circular, 16-inch and size US 8 circular, 16-inch, Size US 8 double point needles
Gauge: 10 sts = 2 inches
Size: Kids 2-4 years old.
With the smaller needles, cast on 84 sts. Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 1 1/2 inches.
Switch to larger needles and knit 1 round.
Knit for 2 more rounds alternating colors each stitch (green, white, green white, etc). Start with green.
Knit for 18 rows following the knitting chart below. (click on the image to enlarge)
![Kids Nordic Reindeer Knitting Pattern](https://gina-michele.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Kids-Fair-Isle-Reindeer-Knitting-Pattern3.jpg)
Once finished with the pattern, knit for 2 more rounds alternating colors each stitch (green, white, green white, etc). Start with green.
Shape crown:
Switch to double point needles when needed
Row 1: *K12. K2tog. Rep from * around. (78 sts)
Row 2: *K12. K2tog. Rep from * around. (72 sts)
Row 3: *K10. K2tog. Rep from * around (66 sts)
Row 4: *K9. K2tog. Rep from * around (60 sts)
Row 5: *K8. K2tog. Rep from * around (54 sts)
Row 6: *K6 (7-8-9). K2tog. Rep from * (48 sts)
Row 7: *K5 (6-7-8). K2tog. Rep from * around (42 sts)
Row 8: *K4 (5-6-7). K2tog. Rep from * around (36 sts)
Row 9: *K3 (4-5-6). K2tog. Rep from * around. (30 sts)
Row 10: *K2 (3-4-5). K2tog. Rep from * around. (24 sts)
Row 11: *K1 (2-3-4). K2tog. Rep from *around. (18 sts)
Row 12: *K1 (2-3) K2tog. Rep from * around. (12 sts)
Row 13: Knit 2 tog across round.
Break yarn, pull through remaining stitches and pull to tighten. Weave in ends. Make and attach pom pom.
![Kids Fair Isle Reindeer Knitting Pattern](https://gina-michele.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Kids-Fair-Isle-Reindeer-Knitting-Pattern2.jpg)
Looking for more free knitting patterns for hats?
Checkered Baby Hat Knitting Pattern
Flat Knit Garter Stitch Hat Knitting Pattern
Easy Kid’s Stocking Hat Knitting Pattern
![Kids Nordic Reindeer Hat Knitting Pattern](https://gina-michele.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Kids-Fair-Isle-Reindeer-Knitting-Pattern1.jpg)