This pattern provides instructions for six styles of children’s hats, knitted in King Cole Cherish or Cherished DK yarn.

See tension at beginning of each pattern. Check your tension – if less stitches use thinner needles, if more use thicker needles.

To fit an average size head for the age indicated:
(6-12 months), (12-24 months), (2-3 years), (4-5 years), (6-7 years).

Yarn used:
King Cole Cherished DK - 100g balls.
262yrds/240m
Shades: 1425-Violet , 1422-Red

King Cole Cherish Baby DK - 100g balls.
262yrds/240m
Shades: 1119-Bubblegum

When knitting the Helmet, a 3.25mm (UK10 – USA3) circular knitting needle is required.