Stay warm and stylish with this unique crossed axes hat pattern. Perfect for outdoor adventures or simply adding a touch of rugged charm to your winter wardrobe.
20 stitches x 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 the stitches.
Work in K2, P2 ribbing for 2 inches.
Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every round) and continue until the piece measures 6 inches from the cast on edge.
Row 1: *Knit 2, slip 2 stitches to cable needle and hold in front, knit 2 from the left needle, then knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle; repeat from * to end of round.
Row 2: Purl all stitches.
Repeat these 2 rows for a total of 4 rounds.
Decrease rounds:
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.
Continue in this manner, decreasing by one stitch between K2tog on each decrease round until 8 stitches remain.
Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread tail through remaining 8 stitches and pull tight to close the hole. Weave in ends and block your hat to finish.