Hats & Scarves in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops - 5181 - Downloadable PDF

Hats & Scarves in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops - Pattern 5181

This Sirdar pattern 5181 is a downloadable PDF knitting pattern featuring a collection of six baby and children's hats worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops yarn. Designed for sizes ranging from 0–6 months through to 6–7 years, this versatile pattern collection offers a variety of styles and techniques to suit different skill levels within the intermediate knitting range. The self-striping, variegated nature of Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops yarn means each finished hat has a naturally colourful, playful appearance without the need for complex colourwork.

Designs Included in Pattern 5181

Pull-on Hat

A classic, everyday pull-on hat suitable for all six sizes from newborn to school age. This straightforward style is an ideal project for knitters looking to build confidence with shaping and basic stitch patterns. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 853, with one 100g ball required for each size.

Ribbed Helmet

The ribbed helmet is a practical, close-fitting design that covers the ears and neck, making it ideal for colder weather. Ribbing is a classic knitting technique that creates a stretchy, textured fabric by alternating knit and purl stitches — typically in a knit 1, purl 1 or knit 2, purl 2 configuration — which allows the helmet to fit snugly around a baby's or child's head. Stitch holders are required for this design to manage live stitches during construction. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 852, with one 100g ball per size.

T Bag Hat

The T Bag Hat is a fun, characterful design with a distinctive silhouette that appeals to children and parents alike. Available across all six sizes, it is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 857, requiring one 100g ball per size.

Bonnet

The bonnet is included for the first four sizes only — covering ages 0–6 months up to 2–3 years — making it a charming choice for babies and toddlers. The traditional bonnet shape frames the face and typically features ties or a border to keep it secure. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 850, with one 100g ball required per size.

Moss Stitch Hat

The moss stitch hat showcases a beautifully textured fabric created using moss stitch (also known as seed stitch), where knit and purl stitches are alternated both across rows and between rows to create a dense, non-curling, bumpy texture. This stitch adds visual interest and structure to the hat, complementing the variegated colour changes of the Rainbow Drops yarn. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 854, with one 100g ball per size across all six sizes.

Garter Stitch Hat

The garter stitch hat is worked entirely in garter stitch — knitting every row — which produces a ridged, reversible fabric with a pleasingly rustic texture. Garter stitch is one of the most beginner-friendly techniques in knitting, making this hat an approachable option within the collection. It is worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops shade 856, with one 100g ball per size.

Yarn and Materials

All six hat designs are worked in Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops, an aran weight yarn known for its exceptionally soft handle — making it particularly well-suited to garments worn next to a baby's or child's delicate skin. The Rainbow Drops colourway delivers self-striping, multicoloured effects that knit up into vibrant, eye-catching results with no additional effort from the knitter. The pattern notes that the designs are also suitable for Sirdar Supersoft Aran (the non-variegated version), giving knitters flexibility in their yarn choice.

• Yarn: Sirdar Supersoft Aran Rainbow Drops (also suitable for Sirdar Supersoft Aran)