Faye hat

Faye Hat by Milja Uimonen

What is Being Made

The Faye Hat is a slouchy knit hat designed by Milja Uimonen featuring a reversible stitch pattern and short-row shaped ribbing. This downloadable knitting pattern is available in two sizes: Small to fit head circumference 18-21" (47-54 cm) and Medium to fit head circumference 21-24" (54-61 cm). The finished hat measures 18-21" (46-53 cm) in circumference with a height of 9-10" (23-25 cm) from the front cast-on edge to the top.

Knitting Techniques Used

This advanced-level knitting project employs several sophisticated techniques to create its distinctive structure and appearance. The pattern utilizes short-row shaping to construct the ribbing at the hat's base, a technique that creates depth and dimension without increasing stitch count. The reversible stitch pattern is central to the design, allowing the hat to be worn with either side facing outward, providing versatility and visual interest. The construction method offers flexibility—knitters can use either a 32" circular needle for magic looping or combine a 16" circular needle with double-pointed needles, accommodating different knitting preferences and needle collections.

Stitches Used

The Faye Hat features the Faye pattern, a reversible stitch pattern that serves as the primary design element. This pattern is worked to a gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows over 4" (10 cm) after blocking. The pattern incorporates ribbing elements, particularly in the short-row shaped sections at the hat's base, creating structural support and a refined finish.

Materials and Specifications

This pattern calls for worsted weight yarn, also referred to as aran weight yarn. The yardage requirements are 130 yards (120 m) for the Small size and 160 yards (145 m) for the Medium size. The sample shown was knit in Schoppel Wolle Reggae Solid, a yarn composed of 100% merino wool with a yardage of 109 yards (100 m) per 100 g skein, in colorway 2303 Rotkappe.

Essential tools include US 8 (5mm) circular needles—either an 80 cm (32") needle for magic looping or a 40 cm (16") needle paired with double-pointed needles. Additional notions required are a stitch marker and a weaving needle for finishing. Knitters should adjust needle size as needed to achieve the specified gauge of 18 stitches and 26 rows per 4" (10 cm) after blocking, ensuring proper fit and drape of the finished hat.

Pattern Information

The Faye Hat pattern is a downloadable PDF created by Milja Uimonen (known as Miljaska on Ravelry) and published by Starling Knits and Crafts. This pattern is intended for personal use only and is protected by copyright.