This heavy worsted-weight striped elf hat is knit in the round, creating its circular stripes, if done in a self-striping yarn, and only takes up to one 100 gram ball to complete any size. The pixie style stays on with a chin strap and button, available in five sizes fitting from babies to adults. It is a fast knit but not a simple construction; you will need to read the pattern carefully and have your wits about you to succeed! Included are two versions of the pattern: one where the chin strap is seamed to the hat, and another where the chin strap is incorporated into the hat seamlessly.

SIZES newborn, (baby, toddler, child, adult)
Fits from 12 to 24 inch head circumference (30.5 to 61 cm)

NEEDLES 5 mm or size needed to get gauge for working flat and in the round

NOTIONS stitch markers, removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, scissors, and button

Gauge in 4 in/10 cm
1x1 ribbing 28 sts
2x2 ribbing 23 sts

Intermediate Techniques
• working in the round
• binding off and casting on mid-project (seamless version only)
• reading your knitting

In December 2020, I updated the pattern to include two more sizes, it has been tech edited and all sizes have been test knitted.