Cabled Earflap Hat Knitting Pattern for Baby and Child - ADDISON

Knit a cosy and stylish hat for little ones with this easy knitting pattern, perfect for learning how to knit cables. Designed for babies and children from birth to 4 years, this adorable hat features a simple cable design and snug earflaps for extra warmth.

Using DK weight yarn, the pattern includes instructions for both knitting flat on two needles and knitting in the round—so you can choose the method that suits you best.

With clear, step-by-step instructions, stage-by-stage photos, and helpful video tutorial links for the cable pattern and other techniques, this hat knitting pattern is great for knitters looking to build their skills.

Pattern Details:

Sizes: 0 - 3 months, 3 - 6 months, 6 - 12 months, 1 - 2 yrs, 2 - 4 yrs, 4+ yrs,

Yarn: Approx 80 - 155 metres (87 - 170 yards) DK weight yarn depending on size knitted

Needles: 3.25 mm (US size 3) and 4 mm (US size 6) needles either straight if knitting flat, circular plus double pointed if knitting in the round

Tension/Gauge: 22 st and 30 rows to a 10 cm (4") square over stocking st (stockinette) in stocking stitch

Skill Level: Advanced beginner

Techniques: cast on, knit, purl, simple increase and decrease, cables (video tutorial included) cast off (bind off)