Thistledown Hat by Afifa

Thistledown Hat

by Afifa
Knitting
January 2026
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
12 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 10 - 6.0 mm
218 yards (199 m)
Infant (Toddler, Child, Teen)
English
This pattern is available for free.

Point the way to cozy adventures with the Thistledown Hat. Knit in plush Maman, this charming topper features a playful arrow stitch pattern that’s just right for tiny explorers. Whether it’s a backyard quest or a sidewalk stroll, this hat is made for pint-sized pioneers who follow their own path.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Easy

SIZES
Infant (Toddler, Child, Teen)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference (unstretched): 15 (16¾, 18¼, 20)”
Length: 9¼ (9¾, 10¼, 10¾)”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Maman (100% acrylic; 100g/109 yds)
• Solids (A) – 1 skein (all sizes)
• Multis (B) – 1 skein (all sizes)
Needles: US Size 10 (6 mm) 16” circular and set of DPNs (or your preferred ndl for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker

GAUGE
12 sts x 20 rnds = 4” in Stockinette stitch (St st) after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This hat is knit in the round from the bottom up.

Slip all stitches as if to purl. The Arrow Stitch pattern is both written and charted for your convenience.