This pattern creates a beautifully textured hat with cable panels. The combination of knit, purl, and cable stitches make this a fun and engaging project for intermediate knitters.
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
Cast on 88 stitches using the long-tail cast on method. Join in the round, being careful not to twist.
Round 1: *p2, k1b, p2, 2/2 LC, p2, k1b, p2, 4/4 LC, p2, k1b, p2; repeat from * to end of round.
Rounds 2-5: Knit the knits and purl the purls as they appear.
Repeat Rounds 1-5 until the hat measures approximately 8 inches from the cast on edge, ending after Round 4 or Round 5.
Decrease Rounds:
Switch to double-pointed needles when necessary.
Round 1: *k6, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 2: Knit all stitches
Round 3: *k5, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 4: Knit all stitches
Round 5: *k4, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 6: Knit all stitches
Round 7: *k3, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 8: Knit all stitches
Round 9: *k2, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 10: Knit all stitches
Round 11: *k1, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Round 12: *k2tog; repeat from * to end of round
Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread tail through remaining loops and pull tight to close the hole. Weave in all ends.
Block the hat to shape, following the yarn care instructions. Wear and enjoy your new cable panels hat!