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Children’s Knit Hat and Neck Warmer Pattern

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Ready to create a cozy winter set for your little one? This charming hat and neck warmer pattern is perfect for knitters who want to make something special for children ages 3-12 years. Using soft DROPS Merino Extra Fine yarn in a lovely rose color, you’ll craft a coordinating set that will keep your child warm and stylish all season long.

What You’ll Need to Get Started

Yarn Requirements for the Complete Set

To knit both the hat and neck warmer, you’ll need approximately 150g of DROPS Merino Extra Fine yarn in color 33 (rose). This belongs to yarn group B, making it a medium-weight option that’s perfect for cold weather accessories.

Individual piece requirements:

  • Hat: 100g of yarn
  • Neck Warmer: 100g of yarn

Essential Knitting Tools

Gather these supplies before you begin:

  • Circular needles (40cm/16″) in size 4mm (US 6) for main knitting
  • Circular needles (40cm/16″) in size 3.5mm (US 4) for ribbing
  • Double-pointed needles in size 4mm (US 6) for decreasing
  • Crochet hook size 3.5mm (E/4) for the decorative edge
  • Yarn needle for finishing

Choosing the Right Size for Your Child

This pattern comes in three children’s sizes to ensure the perfect fit:

  • Size 3/5 years: Fits head circumference 50/52cm (20″)
  • Size 6/9 years: Fits head circumference 52/54cm (21″)
  • Size 10/12 years: Fits head circumference 54/56cm (22″)

Measure your child’s head circumference before starting to select the best size.

Getting Your Gauge Right

Achieving the correct gauge ensures your finished pieces fit your child properly. You should aim for:

With 4mm needles: 21 stitches and 28 rows in stockinette stitch over 10cm (4 inches)

With 3.5mm needles: 22 stitches and 30 rows in stockinette stitch over 10cm (4 inches)

Always knit a gauge swatch before starting your project. This small step saves you time and ensures your child will actually be able to wear what you make.

Pattern Charts

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Special Techniques

Ridge/Garter Stitch in the Round:
1 ridge = 2 rounds. Knit 1 round, purl 1 round.

Hat Instructions

Step 1: Cast On and Ribbing

Cast on 112-112-120 stitches with 3.5mm circular needle.
Work K2, P2 rib for 4cm (1½”).

Step 2: Main Pattern

Change to 4mm needle.
Work pattern: A.1 (2 stitches), purl 6, repeat 14-14-15 times.
When A.1 is complete, work A.2 over each A.1 = 126-126-135 stitches.

Step 3: Crown Decreases

At 16-17-18cm (6¾-7″):

  • Decrease 1 stitch at beginning of each purl section (P2tog) = 112-112-120 stitches
  • Continue decreasing every 1cm, alternating between beginning and end of purl sections
  • Repeat 5 times total = 56-56-60 stitches

Step 4: Top Finishing

  • Next round: K2tog all around = 28-28-30 stitches
  • Knit 1 round
  • K2tog all around = 14-14-15 stitches
  • Cut yarn, thread through remaining stitches, pull tight and fasten

Step 5: Pompom

Make a pompom 4-6cm (1½-2¼”) diameter and attach to top.

Finished size: 21-22-23cm (8¼-8¾-9″) tall

Neck Warmer Instructions

Step 1: Cast On and Ribbing

Cast on 88-96-104 stitches with 3.5mm circular needle.
Work K2, P2 rib for 11-12-13cm (4½-4¾-5″).

Step 2: Main Pattern

Change to 4mm needle.
Work pattern: A.1 (2 stitches), purl 6, repeat 11-12-13 times.
When A.1 is complete, work A.2 over each A.1 = 99-108-117 stitches.

Step 3: Increases

At 14-15-16cm (5½-6-6¼”):

  • Increase 1 stitch at beginning of each purl section (yarn over)
  • Purl the yarn over twisted on next round
  • Continue increases every 3rd round, alternating between beginning and end of purl sections
  • Repeat 5 times total = 154-168-182 stitches

Step 4: Bottom Edge

At 20-22-24cm (8-8¾-9½”):

  • Work 2 ridges in garter stitch (knit 1 round, purl 1 round, twice)
  • Bind off knitwise

Step 5: Crochet Edge

With 3.5mm crochet hook:

  1. Work 1 single crochet in first stitch
  2. Chain 3
  3. Work 1 double crochet in first chain made
  4. Skip 1½cm (½”)
  5. Work 1 single crochet in next stitch
  6. Repeat around
  7. Finish with slip stitch in first single crochet

Care Instructions

  • Hand wash in cool water with wool detergent
  • Lay flat to dry
  • Store folded in breathable container

Pattern Summary

Skill Level: Intermediate
Time: 10-15 hours for complete set
Techniques: Knitting in the round, reading charts, increases, decreases, basic crochet

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