Hats and Berets in Sirdar Crofter DK - 9339 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Crofter DK Hats and Berets – Pattern 9339: Four Stylish Knitted Designs for Ages 4 to Adult

Pattern 9339 from Sirdar is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring four distinct hat and beret designs suitable for a wide range of ages and head sizes, from 4 years through to adult women and men. All four designs are worked in Sirdar Crofter DK yarn, a beautifully textured double knitting weight yarn that lends itself perfectly to accessories. This is an excellent pattern collection for knitters who want to create handmade gifts or wardrobe staples across multiple age groups.

The Four Designs at a Glance

1. Ribbed Beret

The Ribbed Beret is a classic, flattering beret shape worked in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 045. Ribbing is one of the most fundamental and versatile knitting techniques, creating a fabric with natural elasticity that helps the beret sit securely on the head while maintaining its characteristic relaxed, rounded crown. This design is sized for ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, and women, requiring just 1 x 50g ball across all sizes.

• Yarn: Sirdar Crofter DK shade 045, 1 x 50g ball
• Sizes: Ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, Woman
• Key technique: Ribbing for structure and stretch

2. 3x3 Ribbed Hat

The 3x3 Ribbed Hat is a contemporary take on the classic knitted beanie, using a 3x3 rib stitch pattern — alternating three knit stitches with three purl stitches — to create a deeply textured, stretchy fabric. This type of ribbing produces a bold, defined texture and a hat that fits snugly and comfortably. It is worked in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 044 and is the only design in this collection sized for all five size options: ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, Woman, and Man.

• Yarn: Sirdar Crofter DK shade 044, 1 x 50g ball for all sizes
• Sizes: Ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, Woman, Man
• Key technique: 3x3 rib stitch for bold texture and elasticity

3. Cabled Beret

The Cabled Beret is the most technically involved design in this collection, incorporating cable knitting into the beret's crown and body. Cables are created by crossing groups of stitches over one another using a cable needle, producing a twisted, rope-like pattern that adds beautiful dimension and visual interest to the fabric. This design is worked in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 043 and is sized for ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, and women. Notably, the largest size requires 2 x 50g balls to accommodate the additional yarn needed for the cable pattern.

• Yarn: Sirdar Crofter DK shade 043, 1–2 x 50g balls depending on size
• Sizes: Ages 4–6, 7–9, 10–12, Woman
• Key technique: Cable knitting using a cable needle
• Additional tool required: Cable needle

4. Mistake Ribbed Turnback Hat

The Mistake Ribbed Turnback Hat is a charming and characterful design that uses the mistake rib stitch — a deliberately offset rib pattern that creates a subtly irregular, squishy texture with great visual appeal. The turnback brim adds a practical and decorative fold at the lower edge, making this hat both warm and stylish. Worked in Sirdar Crofter DK shade 048