Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women (Easy Flat Knit Hat + Video Tutorial)
Knit a cozy Popcorn Knit Hat for Women with this easy flat knitting pattern and step-by-step video tutorial. A textured, beginner-friendly hat that’s perfect for fall and winter.
Easy Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women
Add beautiful texture to your cold-weather wardrobe with this Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women. The raised popcorn stitches create a fun, dimensional look that makes this hat stand out from basic knit beanies while still keeping the finished design classic and easy to wear. Cozy and stylish, this textured knit hat is perfect for chilly fall days, winter walks, or pairing with your favorite coat and scarf.
This is also a great pattern when you want to knit something that looks more complicated than it actually is. The popcorn texture adds plenty of visual interest without requiring elaborate colorwork or complicated construction.
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One of the best things about this easy women’s hat knitting pattern is that you don’t need circular needles or double-pointed needles to make it. The entire hat is knit flat on straight knitting needles, working back and forth in rows. Once the knitting is complete, the sides are seamed together to create the finished hat.
Why you’ll love this pattern:
Knit flat on straight knitting needles
Features a cozy, dimensional popcorn texture
No circular or double-pointed needles required
Women’s one-size design
Great for expanding your knitting skills
Perfect for fall, winter, and handmade gifts
If you’ve mostly made simple scarves or basic hats, this pattern is a fun way to introduce more texture into your knitting while keeping the construction approachable.
Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern with Video Tutorial
If you’re new to textured knitting stitches, the accompanying video tutorial will help you follow along with the pattern. Being able to see the popcorn stitch worked step by step can make learning the technique much easier, especially if this is your first time creating raised texture in your knitting.
This pattern is perfect for:
Learning a new textured knitting technique
Moving beyond basic knit and purl projects
Practicing flat hat construction and seaming
Making cozy handmade winter accessories
Knitting hats for holiday and Christmas gifts
Adding a unique textured hat to your own wardrobe
The combination of straight-needle construction, textured stitches, and a video tutorial makes this a satisfying project for knitters looking for something a little more interesting than a basic beanie.
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Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women (Easy Flat Knit Hat + Video Tutorial)
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Yarn: Lion Brand Mandala in Warlock, Light/DK yarn
Needles: Size US 7 Single Point
Gauge: 18 sts x 24 rows = 4 inches in Popcorn Stitch (before blocking)
Size: Women’s one size
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YO – Yarn Over
SL 1 – Slip 1 Stitch
PSSO – Pass Slipped Stitch Over
Pattern Stitch:
Rows 1-5: Knit across.
Row 6: K4, make a Popcorn Stitch (PC) as follows (YO, K1) 3 times in next stitch; turn, sl 1, P5; turn, sl 1, K5; turn (P 2 tog) 3 times; turn, sl 1, K 2 tog, PSSO. (Popcorn stitch made). *K5, PC; rep from * across, ending K2.[See video below to watch the Popcorn stitch being knit]
Row 7: K2, *P1 in back of next stitch, K5; rep from * across, ending K4
Row 8-11: Knit across
Row 12: K1, *PC, K5; rep from * across.
Row 13: *K5, P1 in back of next stitch; rep from * across, ending K1.
Repeat rows 2-13 for pattern.
Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern
Cast on 85 stitches.
Work in K1, P1 ribbing for 4 rows.
Work pattern rows 1-13 once.
Repeat pattern rows 2-13 once.
Repeat pattern rows 2-12 once.
Piece should measure approximately 5 inches from the cast on edge.
Repeat pattern row 13, then repeat pattern rows 2-6 once.
Shaping:
Row 1: Rep Pattern Row 13.
Row 2: (right side) *K5, K 2 tog; rep from * across.
Row 3: Knit across.
Row 4: *K4, K 2 tog; rep from *, ending K1.
Row 5: Knit across.
Row 6: Repeat Pattern Row 6.
Row 7: Repeat Pattern Row 7.
Row 8: *Knit 3, K 2 tog; rep from * across, ending K1.
Row 9: Knit across.
Row 10: *K 2 tog, K 3; rep from * to last 4 sts, K 2 tog, K2.
Row 11: Knit across.
Row 12: Repeat Pattern Row 12.
Row 13: Repeat Pattern Row 13.
Row 14: *K1, K 2 tog; rep from * across, ending K1.
Row 15: Knit across.
Row 16: *K 2 tog; rep from * across, ending K1.
Row 15: Knit across.
Row 16: *K 2 tog; rep from * across, ending K1.
Break yarn, pull through remaining stitches and pull to tighten. Make and attach pom pom.
How to knit the Popcorn Stitch
How to Make the Perfect Pom Pom
A fluffy pom pom is the perfect finishing touch for this cozy knit hat! Making your own pom pom is quick and easy, and a few simple tricks can help you get that full, perfectly round shape instead of a sparse or uneven finish.
For the best results, wrap plenty of yarn around your pom pom maker, tie the center securely, and take a little extra time trimming and shaping once it’s finished. You can use a single yarn color or combine colors from your hat for a fun coordinating look.
👉 Check out my Perfect Pom Pom Tutorial for step-by-step instructions and my tips for making a full, fluffy pom pom every time!
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Prefer to knit without scrolling through the blog post? This Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern is also available as a convenient printable PDF pattern. The PDF keeps all the instructions together in a clean, easy-to-follow format, so you can print a copy for your knitting bag or save it to your device for later.
The printable PDF includes:
Complete step-by-step knitting instructions
Yarn and needle requirements
Easy-to-follow popcorn stitch directions
Hat shaping and finishing instructions
Helpful notes for changing colors
Clean, printer-friendly formatting
Grab the printable PDF pattern and start knitting your cozy popcorn stitch hat today!
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Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern FAQs
Is this Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern beginner-friendly?
Yes! This Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women is a good choice for confident beginners who are comfortable with basic knitting stitches and are ready to try a simple textured stitch. The included video tutorial is especially helpful if you’ve never worked a popcorn stitch before.
Is this hat knit flat or in the round?
This hat is knit flat on straight knitting needles, so you don’t need to know how to knit in the round. After the knitting is finished, the sides of the hat are seamed together to create the finished shape.
What is a popcorn stitch in knitting?
A popcorn stitch creates a raised, three-dimensional texture that stands out from the surface of the knitted fabric. These little textured sections give the hat its distinctive look and make a simple one-color hat much more interesting.
Can I make this knit hat as a gift?
Absolutely. Handmade hats are great Christmas and holiday gifts because they’re practical, cozy, and relatively quick to make. The textured popcorn design also gives this hat a more special, handmade appearance than a basic beanie.
Can I customize the Popcorn Knit Hat?
Yes. One of the easiest ways to customize this women’s knit hat is by changing the yarn color. Try a warm neutral for an everyday hat, a rich autumn shade for fall, or a classic winter color for holiday gifting. You can also finish the hat with a pom pom for an extra cozy look.
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Buy the PDF PatternI hope you enjoy making this Popcorn Knit Hat Pattern for Women! The combination of cozy texture and simple flat-knit construction makes it a fun project when you want something a little more interesting than a basic beanie without tackling complicated shaping or knitting in the round.
Once you get comfortable making the popcorn stitches, the texture develops quickly and gives the finished hat plenty of personality. Pair it with your favorite scarf for a cozy handmade winter set, or make a few in different colors for easy holiday gifts.
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