Dec 14, 2011

Birthday Hat!

Today is one of my best friend's birthday, and I couldn't resist knitting her a (birthday) hat.  On Sundays, we often take long walks to catch up with each other and when we have the time, we stroll by the Hudson River which, on a brisk day, is absolutely lovely. 

So I wanted to knit her something simple and warm which would remind her of our walks and how much I love spending that precious time with her. I bought one skein of Bernat Alpaca in plum and just started knitting. 


Bernat Alpaca in Plum

The hat has a nice thick two inch brim of 2x ribbing and the rest is stockinette.  I stopped by her house this morning to give her a birthday hug and her birthday hat and she looked so pretty in her purply present. 


If you have a special friend who would like a simple hat like this one, below are the (very) easy instructions.  While I'm working on some original patterns I've yet to share, I guess I can call this my first published one!  It's really almost too simple to claim as my own but since I knit it out of my head, I will!  I'm naming this hat for my friend -- Happy Birthday, Beth!

Beth Hat

Cast on 80 stitches on size US 9 circular needles and join (careful not to twist).  Knit 2x ribbing for two inches.  Begin stockinette stitch until hat measures 6 inches.  Knit 10 stitches, *pm, knit 20 stiches, repeat from *, knit to the end. Next row:  *knit to two stitches before marker, ssk, sm, k1, k2tog, repeat from *. Next row:  knit.  Repeat these two rows until only 8 stitches remain.  You will need to change to DPNs when you decrease to 60 stitches. Cut 2 inches of yarn and thread through the remaining stitches with a tapestry needle.  Pull tight and weave through. 
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12 comments:

  1. grandmastatusDecember 14, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    It is beautiful in its simplicity. I love that plum color! I'm sure she will always think of you when she puts it on ♥

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  2. GailDecember 14, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    What a nice gift! And your kids are adorable!

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  3. LeftycrafterDecember 14, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Wonderful idea. She will always have something to remind her of you whether she is walking with you or not. Love the color too.

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  4. Erin KateDecember 14, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    It's adorable! Thanks for the pattern too. :)

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  5. Marie/Underground CrafterDecember 14, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Very nice! Thanks for sharing.

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  6. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    That's excellent! Good, simple patterns are the best.

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  7. LizDecember 15, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    The hat is gorgeous and it suits your friend really well :)

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  8. StefanieDecember 15, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    A gift like that is one of the best!

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  9. soknitpickyDecember 15, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Excellent job! Happy birthday, Beth!

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  10. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Congrats on your first published pattern!! What a lovely idea to knit this hat for Beth. You are a thoughtful friend indeed. :-)

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  11. autumngeishaDecember 17, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    What a wonderful gift for your friend Beth! Thanks for writing out the pattern.

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  12. UnknownJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    Your first pattern! Yay!
    I do love thinking of Alpaca, because I always think of you next and how it seems to be your go-to fiber!

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