Scone Run Hat by Sarah's Handmakes

Scone Run Hat

Knitting
March 2025
DK (11 wpi) ?
26.5 stitches and 37 rows = 4 inches
in 3 x 3 ribbing
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 2 - 2.75 mm
98 - 323 yards (90 - 295 m)
Baby, (Child), [S, M, L]
English
This pattern is available for $4.00.

Inspired by the triangular shape of a scone, this wide-ribbed hat is ready to keep your ears toasty with a thick folded double-knit brim that sits snugly against your head. Perfect for a winter outing, like going to grab a scone from the local bakery.

Embroidery patterns to make patches for the front are also included so you can choose your favorite flavor of scone hat!

For more information on the Scone Run Hat, you can watch this video that goes over the sizing, yardage, materials needed, the construction, and helpful tips.

Sizing
Baby (child) S, M, L correspond to fit an actual head circumference of 15.75 (20) 22, 23, 24in/40 (51) 56, 58.5, 61cm The suggested ease for this pattern is 5in/13 cm of negative ease. If you are between sizes, I recommend sizing down.

Yarn
95 (180) 240, 280, 320yds/90 (165) 220, 255, 295m of DK-weight yarn

Needles

  • Double knitting: US size 2/2.75mm or size needed to obtain gauge in 16”/40cm
  • 3x3 ribbing: US size 3/3.25mm or size needed to obtain gauge, in 16”/40cm
  • Crown decreases: Your preferred method for working small circumference in US size 3/3.25mm or size needed to obtain gauge.

Notions
Stitch marker for BOR, measuring tape, tapestry needle

Gauge
3x3 ribbing in the round: 26.5 sts and 37 rows = 4”/10cm, using US 3/3.25mm needles or size needed to obtain gauge, after blocking.

Double knitting in the round: 26.5 sts and 40 rows= 4”/10cm, using US 2/2.75mm needles or size needed to obtain gauge, after blocking.

Construction
The brim is cast on and worked in double knitting. After reaching stated length, the body of the hat is worked in 3x3 rib until the crown decreases. Optional embroidery patches are added to the front of the brim.