Classic Ribbed Hat in Nigh Aran by Purl Soho

Classic Ribbed Hat in Nigh Aran

Knitting
October 2025
Aran (8 wpi) ?
24 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches
in 1x1 rib, unstretched
US 5 - 3.75 mm
98 - 200 yards (90 - 183 m)
Baby (Toddler/Kid, Adult Small, Adult Large)
English
This pattern is available for free.

MATERIALS

We knit our samples in the following sizes and colors…

  • BABY: Silver Poplar
  • TODDLER/KID: Wren Feather
  • ADULT SMALL: Beech Wood, Flannel Suit, and Ocean Storm

GAUGE
24 stitches and 29 rounds = 4 inches in 1×1 rib, unstretched

SIZES
For help choosing a hat size, check out our complete guide on How to Knit the Right Hat Size!

Baby (Toddler/Kid, Adult Small, Adult Large)

  • Finished Circumference (unstretched): 12 (14, 16, 18) inches, comfortably stretching to approximately 14–16 (16–19, 19–22, 22–25) inches
  • Finished Height (uncuffed): Approximately 9 (10¼, 11¼, 12¼) inches

Pattern originally designed and written by Purl Soho designer, Jake Canton, and updated by Purl Soho designer, Hiromi Glover.