Description

Lotus Hat, 4 Sizes – Knitting Pattern: Instant PDF Download

Sizes: Children’s Small through Adult Large · Finished Circumference 16″–22″

One pattern, four sizes — from a toddler’s first winter hat to a roomy adult slouch. This knitted beanie pattern uses a satisfying fancy rib built from alternating left-cross and right-cross cable stitches that give the fabric a lotus-petal texture, simultaneously structured and soft. Whether you prefer working flat on straight needles or in the round on circulars, full instructions are included for both methods. It’s a wonderful intermediate knitting project that knits up quickly in worsted weight yarn and makes a thoughtful handmade gift for anyone on your list.

Design & Construction Details

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Construction: Worked from the bottom up, flat or in the round: brim, body, and crown. Full circular and flat knit instructions included.
Finished Measurements: Circumference 16″ (40.5 cm) · 18″ (46 cm) · 20″ (51 cm) · 22″ (56 cm). Height approx 6½″–9½″ depending on size.
Sizing Range: Kids’ Small (head 16–17″) · Kids’ Medium (18–19½″) · Teen to Adult Medium (20–22″) · Adult Large (22–24″).
Pattern Style: Written in standard US knitting terms with full abbreviations and stitch guide.
Stitches: Knit, purl, 2-stitch left cable (lc), 2-stitch right cable (rc), k2tog, p2tog, ssk.

Recommended Materials & Tools

Yarn: Worsted weight (4) — approx ½ to ¾ skein of Shepherd’s Wool Worsted Spun Fine Wool (250 yds / 113 g per skein), or substitute 1–1½ skeins of any worsted weight wool or acrylic (100 yds / 91 m per skein), such as Patons Classic Wool Worsted Yarn or Lion Brand Worsted Yarn.
Knitting Needles: US #8 (5 mm) — long circular (24″/60 cm) and/or short circular (16″/40 cm) and double-pointed needles for circular knit; straight needles (10–14″/25–36 cm) for flat knit.
Notions: Stitch marker (circular version), yarn needle.
Gauge: 9 sts and 12 rows in pattern = 2″ / 5 cm; 8 sts and 12 rows in stockinette stitch = 2″ / 5 cm.

This is a digital PDF knitting pattern

Upon purchase, you will receive an instant digital download — a clean, easily readable PDF. The instructions have been carefully written and checked for clarity, ensuring a smooth crafting experience from start to finish.