Easy Kids Flat Knit Cable Hat
Get ready to add a touch of classic charm to your child’s winter wardrobe with this simple and stylish Kids Flat Knit Cable Hat pattern.
As the temperature drops, there’s no better way to keep your child snug and stylish than with a beautifully crafted hat. Knitting a hat with cable detailing may sound intricate, but fear not! Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a beginner eager to learn, this pattern is designed to be straightforward, allowing you to enjoy the timeless art of cable knitting while producing a cozy and charming accessory for your child.
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Easy Kids Flat Knit Cable Hat
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Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in Rust
Needles: Size US 7 Single point knitting needles
Gauge: 20 sts = 4 inches in stocking st.
Size: 5-7 years old
Pattern instructions:
Cable Panel (worked over 10 sts).
Row 1: (RS). P2. C6B. P2.
Row 2 and alternate rows: K2. P6. K2.
Rows 3, 5 and 7: P2. K6. P2.
Row 8: Same as 2nd row.
These 8 rows form Cable Panel.
Cast on 87 sts.
Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 4 inches, ending on a wrong side row.
Next row: (RS). *K3. M1. K4. M1. Rep from * to last 10 sts. K4. M1. Knit to end of row. (110 sts)
Next row: *P2. K2. P6. K2. Rep from * to last 2 sts. P2.
Proceed as follows:
Row 1: (RS). *K2. Work 1st row of Cable Panel. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2.
Row 2: *P2. Work 2nd row of Cable Panel. Rep from * to last 2 sts. P2.
Cable Panel is now in position.
Continue working in pattern until work from beg measures 9 inches, ending on a WS row.
Shape crown:
Row 1: (RS). *K2tog. Work appropriate row of Cable Panel. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2tog. (100 sts).
Row 2 and alt rows: Knit all knit sts and purl all purl sts as they appear.
Row 3: *K1. P2tog. K6. P2. Rep from * to last st. K1. (91 sts).
Row 4: *K1. P1. K6. P2tog. Rep from * to last st. K1.(82 sts).
Row 7: *K1. P1. K2. K2tog. K2. P1. Rep from * to last st. K1. (73 sts)
Row 9: *K1. P1. K2tog. K1. K2tog. P1. Rep from * to last st. K1. (55 sts)
Row 11: *K1. P1. Sl1. K2tog. psso. P1. Rep from * to last st. K1. (37 sts)
Row 13: K1. *K2tog. Rep from * to end of row. (18 sts)
Break yarn, leaving a long end. Thread yarn through the remaining stitches. Pull tightly. Fasten. Sew back seam.
As you finish knitting this delightful Kids Flat Knit Cable Hat, you’re not just creating a warm and stylish accessory for your child – you’re also crafting memories that will last a lifetime. The satisfaction of completing a handmade project is a joy like no other, and it’s made even sweeter when you see your child proudly wearing your creation. We hope this pattern has been an enjoyable and rewarding experience for you, whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a beginner. Don’t forget to share your finished hats with us and spread the warmth and love of knitting!
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