This is a warm and classic winter hat that works well for both men and women. The alternating ribs and small cables give the fabric an elastic quality, enabling the hat to fit a range of head sizes, and the long ribbed hem allows for a fold-up brim to keep the ears warm. The Peruvian wool I used to make this hat comes in a wide range of beautiful colors, so it’s easy to find something to suit any wearer’s taste.

Difficulty level: Easy/Intermediate

Supplies:
2 balls KnitPicks Wool of the Andes (100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 110 yds/50g, shown in Oyster Heather)
US 8 (5mm/ UK 6) 16” circular needle
Four US 8 double-pointed needles
Cable needle
Stitch marker or scrap yarn
Weaving needle

Skills required
Casting on
Binding off
Knit
Purl
Simple decreases
Working in the round on circular and double-pointed needles
Working simple cables

Finished measurements: 10.5” from hem to top of hat; fits heads with 22-24” circumference. One size fits most adults.