Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 So far my projects are all simple (but I have done cabling) wash clothes and scarf. I would like to try and knit a hat but can't decide on a pattern. Anyone have a tried and true pattern for a hat? Using circular needles (I heard that's easier than four needles. Is this true?) I know I can find one on line but there are so many it's overwhelming. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Making hats on circulars is soo easy! I don't like using dpns - I guess I am not coordinated enough for that. :) The patterns I have used have come from this book http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Beanies-Happy-Little-Heads/dp/0823099032/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256488675&sr=8-4 The first review is mine. :D There are directions for larger sizes, too. Have you ever looked on http://www.ravelry.com ? They have about a jillion patterns. Many of them you can download for free, too. hth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 I second the idea of checking out Ravelry.com. I'm a beginner (haven't been knitting quite a year yet) and I have found TONS of patterns there that I would like to try- and that are at my skill level. (Now, if I could only tear myself away from this computer and start knitting!:D) -Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Ok, Rose, I found a very basic hat pattern http://web.archive.org/web/20080207193309/http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/lb_bedding/article/0,2025,DIY_13993_2276410,00.html Is this what you are looking for? or something with a little "stuff" going on? I'll keep looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Ok, Rose, I found a very basic hat pattern http://web.archive.org/web/20080207193309/http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/lb_bedding/article/0,2025,DIY_13993_2276410,00.html Is this what you are looking for? or something with a little "stuff" going on? I'll keep looking. That looks good. I might try that one. I like that it uses circular needles. Here's a dumb question. Can you use circular needles with a pattern that calls for dp needles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 I second the idea of checking out Ravelry.com. I'm a beginner (haven't been knitting quite a year yet) and I have found TONS of patterns there that I would like to try- and that are at my skill level. (Now, if I could only tear myself away from this computer and start knitting!:D) -Robin Yes I've looked at Ravlery. The problem is there are so many I can't decide where to start. That's why I'm asking for tried and true patterns. I love to search through patterns. I've just got to pick one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Making hats on circulars is soo easy! I don't like using dpns - I guess I am not coordinated enough for that. :) The patterns I have used have come from this book http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Beanies-Happy-Little-Heads/dp/0823099032/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256488675&sr=8-4 The first review is mine. :D There are directions for larger sizes, too. Have you ever looked on http://www.ravelry.com ? They have about a jillion patterns. Many of them you can download for free, too. hth! I'm guessing I won't be coordinated enough either. I figure I'm doing well adding a cable needle into the process. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Check out the watch cap pattern here. I learned a new stitch (the kitchener) when I made this for a gift last year. As a beginner, I had no problem with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 OK for a real, real, real beginner what do I need to start a project? Yarn and needles, obviously, but which kinds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 (edited) That looks good. I might try that one. I like that it uses circular needles. Here's a dumb question. Can you use circular needles with a pattern that calls for dp needles? Yes, you can! Instead of splitting up your stitches between 4 needles, just cast on and go from there. Edited October 25, 2009 by Mothersweets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JESSICAinMD Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Here is a super simple pattern that uses straight needles. It has instructions for an adult at the bottom. http://www.knittingforcharity.org/how_to_knit_a_hat.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/seamans-cap/people I haven't knit it, but it looks very straight-forward. If you look at all the projects, it seems like it's worked well for many people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Check out the watch cap pattern here. I learned a new stitch (the kitchener) when I made this for a gift last year. As a beginner, I had no problem with this. Thanks for the link! Not simply for the cap but for an idea. We have a Seaman's Mission in Halifax and it would be the perfect thing to donate to this Christmas but I'd forgotten about it. My daughter's been knitting so that might be a great service project, knitting and donating the results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Thanks for the link! Not simply for the cap but for an idea. We have a Seaman's Mission in Halifax and it would be the perfect thing to donate to this Christmas but I'd forgotten about it. My daughter's been knitting so that might be a great service project, knitting and donating the results. You are welcome, Dawn. Glad the little seed I planted may yield larger fruit. Be well. Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Yes, you can! Instead of splitting up your stitches between 4 needles, just cast on and go from there. Thank you. That makes sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Check out the watch cap pattern here. I learned a new stitch (the kitchener) when I made this for a gift last year. As a beginner, I had no problem with this. Thank you. That pattern looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 Here is a super simple pattern that uses straight needles. It has instructions for an adult at the bottom. http://www.knittingforcharity.org/how_to_knit_a_hat.html Learn to knit a hat in hour! That's right up my alley! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/seamans-cap/people I haven't knit it, but it looks very straight-forward. If you look at all the projects, it seems like it's worked well for many people. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose in BC Posted October 25, 2009 Author Share Posted October 25, 2009 OK for a real, real, real beginner what do I need to start a project? Yarn and needles, obviously, but which kinds? Well my first project, last month, was a dish rag. I did practice knit and purl for a bit before I did that project but I don't think it's absolutely necessary. A dish rag is a contained project (at least in my mind). It doesn't take forever to actually complete something. I actually did one with a pattern and two yarns. After a couple of those I moved on to a scarf. To date I still only own two sets of knitting needles and 1 cable needle, although I am will probably buy some circular knitting needles this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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