The cable knit hat pattern free PDF is a 4-page A4 document that guides you through knitting a textured hat with a 1x1 ribbed brim and a cable pattern. The pattern is rated intermediate and is sized to fit a head circumference of 21 1/4 in / 54 cm, with a finished circumference of 18 1/4 in / 46.5 cm. It calls for 2 balls of Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran and US 8 (5mm) circular or double-pointed needles.
What the pattern includes
The PDF provides the full instructions for the hat, including a gauge of 18 sts and 24 rounds to 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch and 22 sts and 24 rounds in the cable pattern on US 8 (5mm) needles. You cast on 104 stitches, work the ribbing to 4 3/4 in / 12 cm, then continue in pattern until the hat measures 10 1/4 in / 26 cm. The pattern also directs you to make a 2 1/2 in / 6.5 cm pom pom and stitch it to the top.
Printing and using the PDF
Print the pattern on A4 paper at actual size, not fit-to-page, to keep the measurements accurate. The pattern is for personal use only, as noted in the copyright notice, and includes finishing instructions to weave in any loose ends.
