Hats in Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky - 9056 - Downloadable PDF

Hats in Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky – Pattern 9056: Full Summary

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar, reference 9056, presents four distinct hat designs worked in Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky yarn. The pattern covers sizes from 4 years through to adult, making it a versatile collection suitable for children and ladies alike. The four designs included are a Blue Hat, a Pink Beret, a Beige Beanie, and a Beige and Blue Beanie, each offering a slightly different silhouette and construction approach.

Designs Included in Pattern 9056

Blue Hat

A classic knitted hat worked in Sirdar Big Softie shade 335 (blue), this design is a straightforward and satisfying make for knitters looking for a quick, cosy result. It is described as part of an Easy Knit collection, making it accessible to those with basic knitting skills. The hat is worked using a single 50g ball of Big Softie shade 335 across all sizes, paired with one 100g ball of Sirdar Denim Ultra (F025).

Pink Beret

The Pink Beret is worked in Sirdar Big Softie shade 334 (pink) and features the relaxed, rounded silhouette characteristic of a beret style. This design requires two 50g balls of Big Softie shade 334 for all sizes, with one 100g ball of Sirdar Denim Ultra for the smaller sizes and two balls for the larger adult sizes. The beret shape typically involves increases to create the wider crown before decreasing back down, giving it its distinctive domed appearance.

Beige Beanie

A classic beanie worked in Sirdar Big Softie shade 331 (beige), this snug, fitted hat is ideal for everyday wear. Yarn requirements vary slightly by size, ranging from two 50g balls for children's sizes up to three 50g balls for the adult size. Sirdar Denim Ultra (F025) is also used, with one to two 100g balls depending on size. The beanie construction typically involves a ribbed brim for a secure, comfortable fit, followed by a stocking stitch body and shaped crown decreases.

Beige and Blue Beanie

This two-colour beanie combines Sirdar Big Softie shade 331 (beige) as Colour A and shade 335 (blue) as Colour B, creating a striking contrast. Each colour requires just one 50g ball across all sizes, and the Sirdar Denim Ultra (F025) is likewise split into one 100g ball per colour. This design introduces a simple colourwork element, making it a lovely next step for knitters comfortable with the basics who wish to explore working with two colours.

Yarn and Materials

All four hats are knitted using Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky (F040), a luxuriously soft, bulky-weight yarn that works up quickly on large needles. This yarn is known for its plush, cosy texture, making it particularly well suited to warm accessories such as hats. It is paired throughout with Sirdar Denim Ultra (F025), a complementary yarn that adds structure and depth to the finished fabric.

• Yarn 1: Sirdar Big Softie Super Chunky (F040) – available in shades 331 (beige), 334 (pink), and 335 (blue) – sold in 50g balls
• Yarn 2: Sirdar Denim Ultra (F025) – sold in 100g balls
• Needles: One pair of 12mm (USA 17) knitting needles and one pair of 10mm (UK 000 / USA 15) knitting needles

Tension

The stated tension for this pattern is worked on 10mm needles, casting on 9 stitches and working 12 rows