This hat is named the Fortune Teller Hat because the top reminds me of an origami paper toy I played with as a child, also known as a cootie catcher. You ask a question, open and close the fortune teller a certain number of times, then open a flap to reveal the answer.

This pattern is for a knit hat that is made in 4 sections of modified mitered squares. Each section joins on the previous one. Small seams are sewn in each section which create the pointed corners, then stitches are picked up along the bottom edge to circularly knit the bottom band. It is for an intermediate knitter, but really an adventurous advanced beginner should be able to make this as long you can pick up stitches! It is worked on size 3 needles using hand-dyed sport-weight wool yarn. If you are a tight knitter, you can use a bigger needle.

Suited for Intermediates/Adventurous Advanced Beginners

Size: Hat is approximately 21” around at bottom band and approximately 5-1/2” tall. Fits 21” to 23” head. To make smaller or larger, change needle sizes.

Materials: 3 different colors Hand-dyed Sport Wool (100% wool, 184 yds per 1.75 oz skein) by Bonkers Handmade Originals. Circular knitting needle sizes 3 US (3.25mm) 16″/40cm long or whatever size needed to get correct gauge; yarn needle; 1 stitch marker.

Gauge: 24 sts to 4” in Stockinette stitch.

Stitches used: Knit, purl, S2KP2, k2tog, stockinette stitch, garter stitch. These are all explained in the pattern. You also need to know how to pick up stitches.

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This pattern may be used for personal use, for gifts, or for charitable donations. It may also be used to knit or crochet items for sale on a small scale, as long as the items are made by the seller and not contracted for production. Large quantities may not be produced from this pattern. You may not distribute copies of my patterns in printed, electronic, or any other format. Please contact me if you have questions on usage, or if you have a question about knitting this project.