Ollie’s Ribbed Hat stretches to fit your little one perfectly, growing with their head for the entire season or longer. It is knit from the top down in a dense 2x2 rib, with the option to try it on as needed. The crown shaping and rolled edge make this perfect as a slouchy hat for a breezy day or a beanie with double folded brim for extra warmth.

Sizing
Baby, 2 YR, 6 YR, 10 YR
To fit head circumference: 14, 16, 18, 20 in / 35.5, 40.5, 45.5, 51 cm
Note: To choose the size, measure the circumference of the child’s head and pick the corresponding size. While sizes listed are standard, children’s sizes vary greatly; size up if needed. See schematic for finished measurements, including 0-1 in / 0-2.5 cm negative ease for best fit. Sample shown in size 10 YR.

Yarn
95, 130, 165, 195 yds / 87, 119, 151, 178 m worsted weight yarn
Suggested Yarn: Drops Karisma ($), Knit Picks Swish Worsted ($$), Malabrigo Rios ($$$), Madeline Tosh High Twist ($$$$), Spincycle Yarns Dream State ($$$$$)
Note: Yarn needs may differ; always purchase more than suggested. Sample is shown is Size 10 YR and used 190 yards of Malabrigo Rios.

Gauge
30 stitches & 38 rounds = 4” (10cm) 2x2 ribbing in the round, after blocking, unstretched on larger needles

US size 0 (2 mm) DPNs or 32 inch (80 cm) circulars for magic loop, or preferred needle for small circumference knitting
US size 2 (2.75 mm) DPNs or 32 inch (80 cm) circulars for magic loop, or preferred needle for small circumference knitting
OR needle size required to obtain gauge

Techniques
Disappearing loop cast on, knitting in the round, yarn overs, knitting and purling stitches through the back loop, right and left leaning increases, stockinette stitch, basic bind off, 2x2 ribbed bind off

Credits
Technical Editor: Kerry Bullock-Ozkan
Pattern testers shown in project page.