Bats on a hat is a cute new beanie, perfect for all of us who like bats or to wear this Halloween season. It sure makes for a fun knit and wear. Knitted in the round with two colors and a simple stranded method depicting a staggered flying bat.
The pattern is entirely written, offers a chart and a how to float the stitches in the back video link.
There are two sizes to knit, S/M small/medium and a L/XL large/extra large size. The circumferences are 20"/ 22.5" and the height measures 9"/11". An option is given to make the hat taller in parts 5 and 6 of instructions.
Knit kits include
Allero skeins in a light worsted weight in a washable 50/50 acrylic/cotton yarn, perfect for hats. 154 yards/50 grams per skein. S/M size color 1 one Light Grey skein, color 2 Dark Grey skein. L/XL size color 1 two Light Grey skeins and color 2 one Dark grey skein.
The printed pattern and emailed PDF file.
All packaged in a convenient project bag.
Notions needed
- US size 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (41 cm) in length.
- Optional, a set of double pointed needles in US size 6.
- 9 stitch markers, one being different to mark beginning of rounds.
- Tapestry needle for finishing.
Gauge: 19 sts and 24 rows in 4" of stockinette stitch.
Techniques applied: Knitting and purling in the round, increasing, color changes, stranded knitting, decreasing, no binding off instead loading tapestry needle to cinch stitches together and securing them under the crown. Weaving in ends and blocking.
Enjoy the knit~
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