All Right Now - Worsted

All Right Now - Worsted Knit Hat by Kathleen Baer

What Is Being Made

All Right Now is a knitted hat designed by Kathleen Baer in a worsted weight yarn. This downloadable PDF pattern offers five size options ranging from baby to adult large, making it a versatile project suitable for the entire family. The hat is constructed using in-the-round knitting techniques, creating a seamless, finished garment.

Sizing Options

• Baby: fits 13–15 inches head circumference
• Toddler: fits 15–17 inches head circumference
• Adult Small: fits 17–19 inches head circumference
• Adult Medium: fits 19–21 inches head circumference
• Adult Large: fits 21–23 inches head circumference

Yarn and Needles

This pattern calls for 100–220 yards of worsted or aran weight yarn, depending on which size you are knitting. Worsted weight yarn is a medium-thickness yarn that works up quickly and creates a durable, structured fabric ideal for hats.

The pattern is worked on US 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles. Kathleen Baer offers flexibility in needle choice: you may use double-pointed needles (dpns), one long circular needle worked using the magic loop method, or two circular needles. This flexibility allows knitters to choose their preferred in-the-round technique.

Gauge

The pattern is worked at a gauge of 4.5 stitches per inch in pattern. Achieving the correct gauge is essential for proper fit, particularly when knitting hats in multiple sizes.

Stitches and Techniques Used

All Right Now employs fundamental knitting stitches and techniques suitable for beginner-level knitters:

• Cast on (CO): The foundation technique used to create the initial stitches on the needle
• Knit (K): The basic knit stitch that forms the primary fabric
• Purl (P): The reverse of the knit stitch, used in ribbing for texture and stretch
• Knit one through the back loop (K1tbl): A variation that twists the stitch for a refined appearance, offered as one brim option
• Knit two together (K2tog): A decrease technique that reduces stitch count and creates shaping
• In-the-round knitting: A seamless construction method using circular needles or dpns to create a tube without seams
• Ribbing: An elastic stitch pattern created by alternating knit and purl stitches, used for the hat brim
• Marker placement: Stitch markers help track pattern repeats and construction points

Pattern Structure

The hat begins with a cast-on of 70, 80, 90, 100, or 110 stitches (depending on size) and is joined in the round. The pattern includes a brim section featuring ribbing options: knitters may choose between K1tbl and P1 ribbing for a twisted appearance, or standard K1 and P1 ribbing. The brim is worked for 1–1.5 inches (or to desired length), providing a comfortable, stretchy edge that holds the hat securely on the head.

The hat body follows the brim section and incorporates the main stitch pattern. The pattern notes include guidance on changing colors smoothly, suggesting that this design accommodates colorwork or striping if desired.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner-level pattern, All Right Now uses straightforward stitches and techniques. The in-the-round construction and ribbing are foundational skills that beginning knitters can master, making this an excellent project for those new to hat knitting or in-the-round techniques.

Designer Information

All Right Now was designed by Kathleen Baer and published in 2018. This independent designer pattern is offered as a downloadable PDF, allowing immediate access for digital crafting.