Nordic Knit Hat Pattern

This Nordic knit hat pattern is a quick and cozy project worked in the round with bulky-weight yarn. Alternating sections of knit and purl stitches create the simple textured design, while the gathered crown and optional pom-pom give the finished hat a classic winter look.

One of my favorite things about chilly weather is getting to wear cute and cozy accessories, and this fuzzy knit hat is perfect! The simple stitch pattern works up quickly with bulky yarn and is sized to fit an average adult.

I finished mine with a fluffy pom-pom, but you can easily leave it off for a simpler look. Hope you enjoy this quick and easy knit hat pattern!

Nordic Knit Hat Pattern

Pattern Details

• Skill level: Easy
• Yarn: Bulky-weight yarn
• Yardage: Approximately 138 yd (126 m) total
• Needles: 6.5 mm (US 10.5) circular knitting needles
• Gauge: Approximately 11 sts = 4 in. (10 cm)
• Finished size: Approximately 21 in. (53.5 cm) circumference × 9 in. (23 cm) high; fits an average adult head. For additional sizing guidance, see my Hat Size Chart.
• Construction: Worked in the round
• Stitches used: Knit, purl, k2tog, p2tog

Materials

• 2 balls bulky-weight yarn, approx. 69 yd (63 m) each
• 6.5 mm (US 10.5) circular knitting needles (I used a 32″ cord and the magic loop method; for other methods, use a short cord and switch to DPNs for the crown)
• Yarn needle and scissors
• Pom-pom maker (optional)

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Nordic Knit Hat Instructions

Cast on 56 stitches (I used the long-tail cast-on) and join to start working in the round.

Rows 1 through 6: Purl.

Rows 7 through 12: Knit.

Rows 13 through 60: Repeat Rows 1 through 12 four more times.

Row 61: Purl.

Row 62: *Purl 2 together, purl 5, repeat from * — 48 sts.

Row 63: Purl.

Row 64: *Purl 2 together, purl 4, repeat from * — 40 sts.

Row 65: Purl.

Row 66: *Purl 2 together, purl 3, repeat from * — 32 sts.

Row 67: Knit.

Row 68: *Knit 2 together, knit 2, repeat from * — 24 sts.

Row 69: Knit.

Row 70: *Knit 2 together, knit 1, repeat from * — 16 sts.

Row 71: Knit.

Row 72: Knit 2 together around — 8 sts.

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail, and weave the tail through the remaining stitches. Gently pull to close the hole, then weave in the ends. Add a pom-pom if desired.

Enjoy! 

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