What you'll need
| Size: | Premmie | Newborn | 6 months | 12 months | Child/teenager | Adult | Large adult |
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| Hat circumference, cm: | 27.5 | 32 | 36.5 | 41 | 45.5 | 50 | 54.5 |
| Hat circumference, in: | 11 | 12.75 | 14.5 | 16.25 | 18.25 | 20 | 21.75 |
| Hat depth, cm: | 11 | 12.5 | 14.5 | 16.5 | 19 | 21 | 23.5 |
| Hat depth, in: | 4.25 | 5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 9.5 |
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Product Description
2020 has been a strange old year: with a pandemic shutting all of us up in our homes, one thing I really missed was coffee-shop knitting. The Sugar Cube Knits set is a homage to this activity, featuring a simple textured stitch pattern, made up of knits and purls, that looks like stacked sugar cubes.
I like to have many hats for all eventualities: the Sugar Cube Hat is a good one for cooler days that haven’t yet turned to deep winter days. The hat is long enough to cover your ears, but not so large you can’t fit it under a hood. This hat is my go-to for the school run, or for just popping out to the shops; it also makes a good emergency hat – it’s small enough to slip into your bag so you know your head will never get cold!
The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up, starting with a deep ribbed cuff (which you can make double depth if you like your ears to be really cosy!), then the main body of the hat is worked, finishing with the crown decreases.
Sugar Cube Hat by Vikki Bird
What is Being Made
The Sugar Cube Hat is a beginner-friendly knitted hat designed for cooler weather that bridges the gap between mild and deep winter conditions. This practical hat is long enough to cover the ears while remaining compact enough to fit under a hood, making it ideal for everyday activities like the school run or quick shopping trips. Its small, packable design also serves as an emergency hat that can be easily stored in a bag for unexpected cold weather.
Design Inspiration and Purpose
Created by designer Vikki Bird in 2020, the Sugar Cube Hat draws inspiration from the cherished tradition of coffee-shop knitting. The design celebrates this cozy craft activity through its charming aesthetic and practical construction. The hat's versatility makes it suitable for various occasions, from casual outings to layering under winter outerwear.
Stitch Pattern and Techniques
The Sugar Cube Hat features a simple textured stitch pattern created through a combination of knits and purls that visually resembles stacked sugar cubes. This straightforward stitch work makes the pattern accessible to beginner knitters while creating an attractive, dimensional texture. The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up, a classic construction method that creates a seamless, well-fitted garment.
Yarn and Materials
This pattern calls for DK weight yarn, specifically a tonal brown yarn dyed specially by Blue Fern Yarns. The yarn is a merino and bamboo blend, chosen for its ability to help stitches pop and showcase the textured pattern beautifully. The warm brown tones evoke brown sugar, complementing the sugar cube aesthetic of the stitch pattern.
Difficulty Level
The Sugar Cube Hat is rated as a beginner project, making it an excellent choice for knitters new to hat construction or those seeking a straightforward, satisfying knit.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 7 |
| Designer: | Vikki Bird |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | You may also want to use: a balloon for blocking, and a pom-pom. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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