Star Flower Hat Knitting Pattern Knitting Pattern - 8Ply (BC31)
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The Starflower Hat is a charming baby hat featuring a beautiful star-shaped crown that creates a striking flower effect. Worked seamlessly from the top down and finished with a garter stitch edge, this unique design is both fun to knit and delightful to wear.
Construction
- Worked seamlessly in the round using double pointed needles
- Top-down construction
- Decorative starflower crown
- Finished with a garter stitch edge
Sizes
| Age | To Fit Head |
|---|---|
| 0–3 months | 35 cm (14") |
| 3–9 months | 41 cm (16") |
| 9–18 months | 48 cm (19") |
Yarn Requirements
Recommended Yarn: 8 ply Merino
| Colour | 0–3 m | 3–9 m | 9–18 m |
| Green | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball | 1 × 50 g ball |
Needles & Notions
- 3.25 mm (US 3) double pointed needles
- 4 mm (US 6) double pointed needles
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct tension.
Gauge
28 stitches and 36 rows to 10 cm (4") over stocking stitch using 3.25 mm needles.
Checking your tension carefully is essential to achieve the correct finished size.
Design Features
- Seamlessly worked in the round
- Top-down construction
- Distinctive starflower crown
- Garter stitch edging
- Three baby sizes from newborn to 18 months
- Soft and comfortable fit
Skill Level
Intermediate
Suitable for knitters who are comfortable working in the round, shaping, and following decorative crown constructions.
Why You'll Love This Pattern
The Starflower Hat offers a fresh take on a classic baby beanie, with its eye-catching star-shaped crown adding beautiful texture and interest. The seamless top-down construction makes it an enjoyable knit, while the simple garter stitch edging provides a neat, timeless finish. Perfect for everyday wear or as a thoughtful handmade gift, this charming hat is sure to become a treasured favourite.