Marley - babies double moss stitch hat

Marley Babies Double Moss Stitch Hat by Jennifer Lee

What is Being Made

The Marley is a warm and thick babies beanie designed by Jennifer Lee, crafted as a downloadable knitting pattern. This hat is specifically sized for infants and toddlers, with four size options available to fit head circumferences ranging from 35cm (13¾ inches) for newborns through 48cm (19 inches) for 12-month-old babies. The beanie is worked seamlessly in a textured double moss stitch pattern throughout, creating a durable and visually interesting fabric suitable for keeping little ones warm.

Techniques and Stitches Used

Primary Stitch: Double moss stitch is the foundation of this design. This reversible textured stitch is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific sequence over four rows. The pattern is worked as follows: rows 1 and 2 repeat knit 2, purl 2 across the row; rows 3 and 4 repeat purl 2, knit 2 across the row. These four rows form the complete double moss stitch repeat, which is then continued throughout the entire hat construction.

Construction Method: The beanie is constructed using the flat knitting method on straight needles, beginning with a cast-on of 64, 72, 80, or 88 stitches depending on the desired size. The pattern is rated as easy in difficulty, making it accessible to knitters with basic to intermediate experience who are comfortable with fundamental knitting techniques and stitch abbreviations.

Materials Required

Yarn: The pattern calls for DK weight yarn (also referred to as 8ply), specifically Lincraft DK 8ply in 100g balls. Only one ball of yarn is required to complete any of the four available sizes. The recommended yardage is approximately 266 meters per 100g ball, though the pattern notes that actual quantities may vary between individual knitters and different yarn types.

Needles and Notions: A pair of 4.00mm knitting needles (UK size 8, US size 6) is required for the main fabric. Additionally, a wool needle is needed for sewing up and finishing the seams of the completed beanie.

Tension and Sizing Information

The pattern specifies a tension of 21 stitches and 38 rows to 10cm (4 inches) when working double moss stitch on 4.00mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is important for ensuring the finished hat fits properly across all four size options. The sizing progression accommodates growth from newborn (0 months) through 12 months, with head circumferences increasing in 5cm increments.

Pattern Details

• Craft Type: Knitting
• Yarn Weight: DK (8ply)
• Difficulty Level: Easy to Intermediate
• Available Sizes: 0 months, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months
• Needle Size: 4.00mm (UK 8, US 6)
• Format: Downloadable PDF pattern
• Designer: Jennifer Lee