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Step into the world of timeless texture with the Hopscotch Hat, where the rich tradition of cables intertwines with the rustic charm of garter stitch. Designed for cosy, bulky-weight yarn, this pattern offers the perfect balance of warmth, structure, and effortless style—making it an irresistible addition to your hand-knit collection.

From the moment you cast on, Hopscotch invites you on a rhythmic journey, guiding you through each thoughtfully placed cable and textured stitch. Whether you’re curled up with your favourite hot drink or settling into a relaxed evening of knitting, this pattern transforms every stitch into a moment of joy and creativity.

But Hopscotch is more than just a hat—it’s a statement piece, a labour of love, and a testament to your craft. With its striking stitch definition and plush fabric, this design will not only keep you warm but also elevate your winter wardrobe with a touch of handmade elegance.

Let your needles dance through each twist and turn as you bring the Hopscotch Hat to life—one stitch at a time.

Worked from the bottom up, this versatile hat pattern allows you to craft a perfectly fitting hat seamlessly in the round. The construction involves starting with the brim, progressing to the body, and culminating with shaping the crown. As you approach the final stages of the crown, you’ll need to switch from using 16” / 40 cm circular needles to either the magic loop method or double-pointed needles, depending on your preference for tackling smaller circumferences.

SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate

SIZE INFORMATION
Baby (Toddler, Child/Teen, Adult, Large Adult)
16 (18, 20, 22, 24)” / 40.5 (45.5, 51, 56, 61) cm — adult sizes are in bold throughout the pattern to help differentiate the multiple sizes.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
15 (16.75, 18.75, 20.5, 22.5)” / 38 (42.5, 47.5, 52, 57) cm circumference — select a size from the finished measurements that is 1-3” / 2.5-7.5 cm smaller than your head circumference. This hat is worn with negative ease. 6.5 (7.25, 8, 9, 10)” / 16.5 (18.5, 20.5, 23, 25.5) cm in length.

NOTIONS
Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, cable needle, stitch marker (1), pompom (optional)

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Brim: US9 (5.5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or one size smaller than needles used for gauge
Body: US10 (5 mm) 16” / 40 cm circular needles, or the size required to get gauge
Crown: Same needle size as the body using preferred needles for a small circumference (magic loop or double-pointed needles)

YARN REQUIREMENTS
61 (79, 97, 124, 163) yds / 56 (72, 89, 113, 149) m bulky weight yarn

SUGGESTED YARN
Ancient Arts Yarns — Big Squeeze
100% Superwash Merino
127 yds (116 m) / 3.5 oz (100 g)
Colour: River Rock
https://ancientartsfibre.com/

GAUGE
15 stitches by 18 rounds in pattern motif (body of hat) on larger needles = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. Gauge is crucial in obtaining the correct fit. Changes in gauge will cause a size difference for both your finished hat and the yardage requirements for your project.

PATTERN SUPPORT Please see our Pattern Support page regarding pattern support for our freebie patterns; https://rhyflowerknits.com/pattern-support/

This pattern has been professionally tech-edited.