Cinnamon Sticks Hat

Cinnamon Sticks Hat by Lindsey Stephens

What Is Being Made

The Cinnamon Sticks Hat is a sophisticated, quick-to-work crochet hat designed by Lindsey Stephens. This intermediate-level project creates a finished hat measuring 18 inches around for the Medium size and 21 inches around for the Large size, with a length of 7.25 inches for Medium and 8.25 inches for Large when unstretched. The hat is an ideal grab-and-go accessory suitable as a finished garment or gift.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Cinnamon Sticks Hat features an understated post stitch design as its primary decorative element. Post stitches create the visual effect reminiscent of piles of cinnamon sticks, giving the hat its distinctive character. The post stitch technique involves working around the post of previous stitches rather than into the top loops, which produces dimensional texture and interesting stitch definition. This construction method works equally well in bright variegated yarns or more subtle, solid shades, making the design versatile for various color preferences.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Cinnamon Sticks Hat is designed to work up quickly using sport weight yarn (also referred to as DK weight in modern yarn classifications). The pattern requires 200 yards for the Medium size and 225 yards for the Large size. The sample shown was created using Malabrigo Arroyo, a 100% pure superwash merino yarn available in 3.5 ounce skeins with 335 yards per skein. The Medium sample was made in colorway #855 Aguas, while the Large sample was made in colorway #57 English Rose.

Hook Size and Gauge

This pattern calls for a G/6 (4.00 mm) crochet hook, or whichever size is needed to obtain the specified gauge. Proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements and ensuring the hat fits appropriately.

Skill Level and Pattern Notes

The Cinnamon Sticks Hat is rated as an intermediate difficulty level, making it suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond basic stitches. The pattern is written for the Medium size with changes for Large provided in parentheses throughout the instructions. Pattern notes are included to clarify any specific techniques or adjustments needed for size variations.