Half Brioche Stitch Hat



This half brioche reversible hat with foldable edge is stylish and practical accessory that is perfect for cold weather. It is soft and comfortable to wear, as well as warm and cozy. The half brioche pattern creates a unique and visually appealing texture allowing you to wear the hat inside out for a different look. The pattern includes detailed instructions for both the ribbed and smooth sides, as well as links to helpful YouTube videos. The pattern is easy to follow and suitable for experienced as well as beginner knitters. This pattern is designed in adult size, so it will fit most adults comfortably.


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supplies

  • yarn-> 1 skein of Meeker Street 100% Super-wash Merino, 218 yds, DK weight, 21 stitches/4”
  • needles-> US 5 16” circular needle, US 5 double pointed needles for decreases
  • stitch marker

abbreviations (watch)

  • p-> purl.
  • yosl1-> yarn over and slip one knit stich purl wise.
  • brk1-> knit the stitch and its yarn over.
  • brrl2dec-> right-leaning 2-st decrease.
  • k2tog-> knit 2 stitches together.
  • yo-> yarn over.

pattern (watch)

rim->
  • start by working on a provisional cast on by casting 54 stitches.
  • create a setup row; 108 stiches.
  • work 4 rounds of double knitting.

    • body->
  • round 1: * yosl1, p1; rep from * to round end.
  • round 2: * brk1, p1; rep from * to round end.
  • repeat rounds 1 and 2 until the piece measures around 9 inches.
  • end the body rounds with round 1, before starting the decrease round.
  • note: the yarn over is part of a stitch, it does not count as a separate stitch.

    • crown->
  • transfer the stiches to double pointed needles.
  • divide the stitches into 6 equal parts, place markers. (note: the yarnover does not count as a stich)
  • work decreases rounds using brrl2dec.
    • round 1: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (96 stiches)
    • round 2: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 3: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times rep from * around (84 stiches)
    • round 4: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 5: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (72 stiches)
    • round 6: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 7: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (60 stiches)
    • round 8: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 9: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (48 stiches)
    • round 10: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 11: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (36 stiches)
    • round 12: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 13: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (24 stiches)
    • round 14: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 15: *brrl2dec, [p1, brk1] 15 times; rep from * around (12 stiches)
    • round 16: *[yosl1, p]; rep from * around
    • round 17: *k2tog (make sure to include yo’s) rep from * around (6 stiches)

finishing (watch)

  • leave tail and cut yarn.
  • using a jumbo yarn needle, thread yarn through the remaining stitches, pull tight and secure.
  • tie off and weave in ends and block. Cut ends once.



videos



abbreviation videos
yosl1brk1brrl2deck2tog



pattern(rim) videos
provisional cast-onsetup rowdouble knitting


finishing videos
finishing