Materials:
16-inch circular knitting needles, size US 10.5 and US 13
DPNs, size US 13 or 40-inch circular needles, size US 13
Any medium weight yarn
Yarn used in the picture: Medium weight Red Heart yarn
1 stitch marker
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Ruler
Optional: pom pom maker or faux fur pom

So many of us have lots of medium weight Red Heart yarn lying around not knowing what project to use it for next. But now you can make warm, chunky knitted hats with it!

This pattern is one size for adults, and fits most adult heads. The pattern is also for a SINGLE COLORED hat.

The gauge for this pattern is 3 stitches = 1 inch.

In this PDF pattern, I outline how to make chunky weight yarn out of medium weight yarn in just a few easy steps. I include pictures as well. This pattern knits up very fast (I have made 2-3 hats in one day using this pattern!) and is super fun to do since it’s so quick.

The skill level is easy, however you need to know how to knit in the round and do simple decreases (like knitting 2 together). It also requires some concentration on learning how to make the chunky yarn. But once you get the hang of it, it’s super easy and knits up fast.