Boardwalk Bucket Hat by Alexandra Frankel

Boardwalk Bucket Hat

Knitting
May 2026
yarn held together
DK
+ DK
= Worsted (9 wpi) ?
19 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Faux Cables
US 7 - 4.5 mm
274 yards (251 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available for free.

Let the sunshine in! You’ll be perfectly protected in the Boardwalk Bucket Hat. Brimming with beachy vibes, this warm-weather staple is a beautiful balance of style and function. Boardwalk is knit in 100% linen Fibra Natura Flax, blending softness and structure with endless summer appeal. Knit yours today and go out and enjoy the sun!

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
One size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference: 28¾”
Main Hat Circumference: 21¼”
Length (from top of Crown to edge of Brim): 9¾”

MATERIALS
Fibra Natura Flax (100% linen; 50g/ 137yds)
• 23 Jade – 2 hanks
Needles: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16” and 24” circular and set of dpns (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers

GAUGE
19 sts x 24 rows = 4” in Faux Cables pattern with yarn held double after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This hat is worked seamlessly in the round from the top down, using circular increases for shaping. The yarn is held double throughout. Work all slipped stitches purlwise.

The Faux Cables pattern and Brim shaping are both written and charted for your convenience.