Not So Tiny Lumberjack Hat

Not So Tiny Lumberjack Hat by Fiona Alice

What is Being Made

The Not So Tiny Lumberjack Hat is an adult-sized knitted hat designed by Fiona Alice as a companion piece to her popular Tiny Lumberjack Hat pattern originally published in January 2015. This downloadable knitting pattern allows crafters to create a coordinating hat for the entire family, with three finished sizes available: Size 1 with a 44.5 cm circumference, Size 2 with a 49 cm circumference, and Size 3 with a 53.5 cm circumference (all measurements unstretched). The hat features a classic lumberjack aesthetic suitable for intermediate knitters.

Techniques Used

This knitting pattern employs circular knitting techniques using both circular needles and double-pointed needles to create a seamless, tubular construction. The pattern incorporates cable work, as evidenced by the inclusion of a cable needle in the required notions. Knitters will work in the round to shape the crown and body of the hat, transitioning from larger circular needles to smaller double-pointed needles as the crown decreases toward completion. The design demonstrates intermediate-level complexity, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle stitch pattern work and shaping techniques.

Stitches Used

While the complete stitch breakdown is not fully detailed in the provided pattern information, the inclusion of a cable needle indicates that cable stitches are a primary feature of this design. The pattern utilizes standard knitting stitches worked in the round, with decreases employed to shape the crown of the hat. The construction method suggests the use of knit and purl stitches to create textured stitch patterns characteristic of a lumberjack-style hat.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Yarn: The pattern calls for Lamana Como, a 100% merino wool yarn in a DK weight. The yardage is 120 meters per 25 grams (approximately 131 yards). Three coordinating colors are used:

• Color A: 1 skein in Natur (Wool White) shade 00
• Color B: 1 skein in Karmin (Carmine) shade 33
• Color C: 2 skeins in Silbergrau (Silver Grey) shade 05M

Needles and Notions: The pattern requires the following tools and accessories:

• 3.25mm (US 3) circular needles, 40 cm / 16" length
• 4mm (US 6) circular needles, 40 cm / 16" length
• 4mm (US 6) double-pointed needles (DPNs)
• Stitch marker
• Cable needle
• Darning needle for weaving in ends
• Pom pom marker

The use of DK weight yarn with these needle sizes produces a fabric with excellent stitch definition, allowing cable patterns and colorwork to display clearly. The merino wool fiber provides warmth, breathability, and a soft feel against the skin, making this hat both functional and comfortable for extended wear.