Trailhopper Hat Pattern Wisdom Yarns
Trailhopper Hat Pattern Wisdom Yarns
Trailhopper Hat Pattern Wisdom Yarns
Trailhopper Hat Pattern Wisdom Yarns
Trailhopper Hat Pattern Wisdom Yarns

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Trailhopper Hat

Designed by Rachel Brockman

The best way to ward off the winds on chilly days is by wearing a perfectly adorable hat. Better yet, wear one with earflaps! Warm yet lightweight, this hat is ideal for breezy days. In addition to the earflaps, the Trailhopper hat boasts I-cord ties and a mock-cable ribbing.

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
Newborn-3 mo (6-12 mo, 12-24 mo)
Shown in Newborn-3 mo. size.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference: 12 (14, 16)”
Stretches to approx. 15 (17, 19)”
Length (excluding Earflaps): 5¾ (6¼, 6¾)”

MATERIALS
Rico Design Baby Merino Print (100% superwash merino wool; 25g/109 yds)
• 016 Multicolor – 1 (2, 2) ball(s)
*See Pattern Notes.
Needles: US Size 3 (3.25 mm) set of DPNS (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 2 (2.75 mm) set of DPNS (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences)
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers, stitch holder or waste yarn

GAUGE
32 sts x 36 rnds = 4” in Stockinette stitch (St st) using larger ndl
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This hat is worked in the round from the bottom up. It begins with an I-Cord, then increases create an earflap. After working both ear flaps, stitches are cast-on and joined in the round to create a full brim.

The Newborn-3 months sample weighs 24 grams, taking up almost exactly one ball of yarn. You may wish to purchase a second skein as insurance.

*This hat was originally designed using Wisdom Yarns Mini Saki.

Free Pattern