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Bats on a hat
“Bats on a hat” is such a cute beanie. It’s perfect for those of us who like bats or of course to wear around Halloween time.
Knitted in the round with a two by two ribbed border in two colors and a simple stranded method that creates the adorable staggered bats. The crown is a full one as seen in some of the photos.
The pattern is entirely written, has a how float the stitches in the back Video Link and also offers a chart for the bat motif.
The pattern was updated on October 12 only for the L/XL size:
First Increase Round: (K6, KFB) rep to last st, K1. (105 sts)
Second Increase Round: (K6, KFB) rep to end. (120 sts)
There are two sizes to knit, a S/M and a L/XL size.
Small: Projected height 9”. Rib circumference 20”.
Large: Projected height 11.5”. Rib circumference 22”.
Yarn needed
Allero, a light worsted weight in a washable 50/50 acrylic/cotton yarn. 154 yards/50 grams a skein.
C1-color 1 Light Grey - 1 skein for S/M and 2 skeins for L/XL.
C2-color 2 Dark Grey - 1 skein for both sizes.
Knit kits/yarn in 21 color combos available at Yarnz2go.
Notions needed
US size 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16” (41 cm) in length.
Optional double pointed needles in US size 6.
9 stitch markers, one being different to mark beginning of rounds.
Tapestry needle for finishing.
Techniques applied
Knitting, purling, color changes, increasing, stranded knitting, decreasing. There is no bind off, instead take remaining stitches off with tapestry needle, cinch together and lead through middle hole to under the crown and secure. Weave in ends and blocking.
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- First published: October 2024
- Page created: October 2, 2024
- Last updated: November 11, 2024 …
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