Designed by Afifa Sayeed

Featuring playful cats and eerie skulls, the Scaredy Hat captures the spirit of the spooky season with a touch of whimsy. The intricate pattern is knitted in contrasting shades to create a striking design. This cozy, festive accessory not only keeps you warm on chilly October nights but also adds a fun, seasonal statement to any outfit, perfect for trick-or-treating or fall gatherings.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
Adult Small (Medium, Large)
Shown in Adult Small size.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference: 18¼ (21¾, 25½)”
Stretches to approx 21¼ (24¾, 28½)”
Height: 8¼ (8½, 9)”
Please note that measurements are taken after blocking.

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Uptown Bamboo DK (80% anti-pilling acrylic, 20% bamboo; 100g/284 yds)
• 538 Tuxedo (A) – 1 skein (all sizes)
• 501 White (B) – 1 skein (all sizes)
• 525 Willow – 1 skein (all sizes)
Needle: US Size 6 (4 mm) 16” circular (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 5 (3.75 mm) 16” circular (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences)
Notions: Stitch markers, unique marker
for bor, tapestry needle

GAUGE
22 sts x 24 rnds = 4” in Stranded Knitting with larger needles after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This hat is knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up starting with a rolled brim. After the hat is worked to the desired height, stitches are divided between two needles and the crown is grafted to create a square top, giving the appearance of ‘cat ears’ when worn.

The Cats and Skulls pattern is worked in the round using stranded knitting and is charted only. While working stranded knitting, you will need to catch your floats along the inside of the work approximately every 5 stitches. Take care not to carry your unused yarn too tightly across the wrong side of the work to prevent puckering in the fabric.
You may wish to place stitch markers between each pattern repeat to help you stay on track. If you do, make sure to use a unique marker for the beginning of round.