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Knitting Project: Helmet Style Knit Hat
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Knit a skirted hat that’s both handsome and warm.
 
This hat—a wonderful combination of form, style, and function—is easier to make than it looks. This project provides:
  • A list of all the materials you'll need
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Ideas for making lovely women’s variations
 
 
 
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Getting Started

This skirted helmet prepares you to battle even the iciest of storms in style. If you’re a sports fan, make the stripes in colors to honor your favorite team. This hat is knit in the round using three double-pointed knitting needles.

Skill Level

  • Intermediate

Size

  • Medium: 20" to 21"/51 to 53cm
  • Large: 22" to 23"/56 to 58cm

You Will Need

  • Color A: Approx 100(105)yd/91(96)m chunky weight yarn
  • Color B: Approx 10yd/9m chunky weight yarn
  • Color C: Approx 10yd/9m chunky weight yarn
  • Color D: Approx 15yd/14m chunky weight yarn
  • 5.75mm (size 10 U.S.) dpn and 16"/41cm and 24"/61cm cn or size to obtain gauge
  • Stitch marker
  • 3 double-pointed nitting needles (dpn)
  • Darning needle

Gauge

  • 14 sts = 4"/10 cm
  • Always check gauge

Materials Used in Featured Hat

The hat featured on the model was knit with JCA Reynolds’ Lopi, 100% wool, 3-1/2oz/100g = 110yd/100m
  • Color A: 1 ball, color #54 (light heather gray)
  • Color B: 10yd/9m, color #59 (black)
  • Color C: 10yd/9m, color #57 (dark heather gray)
  • Color D: 15yd/14m, color #116 (burgundy)
 
 
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