High Quality Knit Hats

High Quality Knit Hats
By Arun Kumar Kushwaha

With approaching winters everyone is dressing up in the warmest of the fabrics to keep away from cold and stay warm inside. There are several kinds of clothes available in the market that will keep you warm and protect you from harsh climate. High quality are one of the sophisticated items that will not just protect you from the cold weather but will also help you in making a style statement.
There are many varieties of knitted hats available in the market. These are designed in different patterns and designs to suit the needs of different people. For example the people living in snow covered areas require knitted hats that covers the entire face, also known as monkey caps. These caps only leave the space for the eyes and covers rest of the face. Winter season is very harsh and usually takes away all the moisture from the skin, therefore it is your duty to keep yourself covered all the time. The dryness and cause cracks on the skin and may become severe if not treated in time. Caps work great to protect the face from cold.
There are many companies and brands that manufacture knit hats for women and for men. You can even find a wonderful variety in for kids. The hats are colourful and fashionable. The for women are warmer than the usual machine fabric as they are made up of 100% wool fabric.
You can even but for men online. There are many online stores that sell for men, women and knit hats for kids online from various brands. Shopping online for knitted hats is easier than offline shopping because you get to see all the latest variety in one store and you do not even have to walk out of your house.
Online shopping also lets you visit different websites in matter of minutes and you can check all exclusive designs quickly. Shopping online also has a benefit of comparison, that means you can compare the rates among various shopping stores and pick your hand knit baby from the one selling at cheapest of rates.
Knit hats are available in different colors, today many TV stars and celebrities are also seen wearing these hats. They are the latest trends these days. Earlier people used to wear it only to protect themselves from cold but today many people wear them to establish a style statement. You can collect different caps in different designs like embroidered knit caps, monkey caps, acrylic caps, chic knitted hats, etc. So if you also want to look cool and create a fashion statement then buy a knit hat today.

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Knit Hat Patterns - How to Make a Basic Brim Hat

Knit Hat Patterns - How to Make a Basic Brim Hat
By Marjory Richmond

There are lots of knit hat patterns that are simple to make but very versatile. Make a basic brim hat with chunky and multicolored yarn to keep you warm in the winter and at the same time, uplift your spirits. It's easy to make and is not time consuming. Make one for yourself or knit one as a special and personal holiday gift to someone you love.

You'll need:

1. 88 yards of nice chunky and multicolor wool
2. One #10.5 US circular needle, one set of 10.5 US double-pointed needles and a 16 inch cable.
3. Yarn needle and scissors

Gauge:

20 rows every 4 inches and 14 stitches (3.5 stitches and 5 rows for every inch) in stockinette stitch for the round.

Let's start!

1. Begin by casting on 76 stitches. Join in round.

2. For 9 inches, work in stockinette stitch.

3. For the next round: *knit two, knit two together. Repeat from *around.

4. Work straight for two round. If needed, switch to double pointed needles.

5. For the next round: *knit one, knit two together. Repeat from *around.

6. Work one round straight.

7. For the next round: *knit two together. Repeat from *around.

8. Work one round straight.

9. *Knit two together. Repeat from *, ending knit one.

10. Cut the yarn while leaving a long tail. Thread the tail against the yarn needle.

11. Slip the stitches onto the needle and be sure to pull the yarn tightly to secure the top of the hat.

12. Weave in ends.

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Knitted Hat Patterns

Knitted Hat Patterns
By Marjory Richmond

Learning new knitted hat patterns is one of the best ways you can grow as a knitter. Making a flat hat is the simplest hat project that will give you the feel of knitting hats and it's also a fast way for established knitters to finish a project on the double. With this unique hat, all you need to do is knit using a garter stitch square knit up on the sides and gathered in an original manner at the sides, and viola! You have a nice, useful head-warmer.

You'll need:

1. 1 skein or 34 yards of yarn
2. Scissors
3. 1 pair of size 19 US needles
4. A small quantity of smooth wool yarn in a nice color that will blend with your base yarn
5. Yarn needle

Gauge:

Two rows per inch and one and a half stitches in garter stitch.

Size:

Prior to sewing, the piece is approximately 15 inches long and 10 inches wide. A finished piece is roughly 15 inches around and 9 inches tall. It will fit any average sized person.

Let's start!

1. Begin by casting on 15 stitches.

2. Knit every row until your project measures 15 inches.

3. Bind off, then cut the yarn.

4. With the smooth yarn, sew the bound off edge to the cast on edge.

5. Thread the smooth yarn through the stitches on one of the sides of the tube you just made. To make sure that there is no extra hole, pull tightly. To make sure that it's extra tight, thread the yarn back through the stitches. Cut and weave in ends.

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Knitted Hat Patterns

Knitted Hat Patterns
By Marjory Richmond

Learning new knitted hat patterns is one of the best ways you can grow as a knitter. Making a flat hat is the simplest hat project that will give you the feel of knitting hats and it's also a fast way for established knitters to finish a project on the double. With this unique hat, all you need to do is knit using a garter stitch square knit up on the sides and gathered in an original manner at the sides, and viola! You have a nice, useful head-warmer.

You'll need:

1. 1 skein or 34 yards of yarn
2. Scissors
3. 1 pair of size 19 US needles
4. A small quantity of smooth wool yarn in a nice color that will blend with your base yarn
5. Yarn needle

Gauge:

Two rows per inch and one and a half stitches in garter stitch.

Size:

Prior to sewing, the piece is approximately 15 inches long and 10 inches wide. A finished piece is roughly 15 inches around and 9 inches tall. It will fit any average sized person.

Let's start!

1. Begin by casting on 15 stitches.

2. Knit every row until your project measures 15 inches.

3. Bind off, then cut the yarn.

4. With the smooth yarn, sew the bound off edge to the cast on edge.

5. Thread the smooth yarn through the stitches on one of the sides of the tube you just made. To make sure that there is no extra hole, pull tightly. To make sure that it's extra tight, thread the yarn back through the stitches. Cut and weave in ends.

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Knit Hat Patterns

Knit Hat Patterns
By Marjory Richmond

If you want knit hat patterns that are so simple, you don't need to worry about working with double pointed and/or circular knitting needles; stick with creating flat hats. This ribbed and flat hat is as simple as they come. It is shaped nicely at the top for a cozy fit and is perfect for cold weather.

Made with a bulky yarn, this type of hat knits up in no time. It's a simple way to whip up a quick cap for expert knitters and a great way to practice purling and knitting for beginner crafters.

You'll need:

1. Approximately 100 yards of a bulky wool yarn or your favorite acrylic wool yarn.
2. Scissors and a yarn needle
3. A pair of size 10 US knitting needles

Gauge:

Seventeen rows and eighteen stitches in 2 x 2 ribbing
Size:

The hat is approximately 9 inches tall and 16 inches around if unstretched.

Let's start!

1. Begin by casting on 72 stitches.

2. Work in knit two, purl two ribbing (Work on multiples of four stitches) for about 8 inches.

3. For the next row, knit two, purl two together and repeat the process from across.

4. Work the next three rows using the stockinette stitch (row 1 - knit, row 2 - purl).

5. For the next row, knit two together. Repeat the process from across.

6. Through the bound off edge, weave the end. Make sure to pull tightly to close the hole on the top of the hat.

7. From top to bottom, sew the side seam and weave in the remaining ends.

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Review: Martha Stewart Yarn for Knitting, Crochet, Weaving and Loom Knitting
By Sara Duggan

What are your crafty goals for 2012? This year I plan to learn how to knit a pair of socks. I would also like to spin more yarn using my drop spindle. Another goal I have for myself is to explore more natural fibers, both pure and recycled.I had the opportunity to try Martha Stewart's Cotton Hemp yarn. The colors come in shades like blue icing and pink taffy which inspire me to make a cupcake sachet.This yarn is a worsted weight yarn made from 65% cotton and 35% hemp. It is produced in China. Gauge for a 4" x 4" swatch are a H-8 crochet hook or US-8 knitting needles.You'll find 14 colors in this series with pastel hues. You'll also find that the yarn is a bit more dull or matte than most. One ball of yarn is just under 2 ounces. If you want to knit the Martha Stewart Stripes Afghan you'll need 12 balls of yarn which will cost just over $60.Other Martha Stewart brand yarns include Mambo - a bulky roving, an Alpaca blend with wool and acrylic, a lofty wool blend which consists of 75% wool and 25% acrylic, a medium weight extra soft wool blend, a merino, a tinsel like glitter eyelash yarn and a wool roving. I do find that the skeins are a bit small for the price but then again it is a recognizable brand that some will gladly pay for.I like the cotton hemp yarn for working up quick kitchen dishcloths and bath mitts. With one ball of yarn I made a blossom skinny scarf, a 4" x 4" swatch, and an owl amigurumi. I recommend it for those looking for a plant-based yarn as an alternative to acrylic for making amigurumi.If you don't knit or crochet you might want to give Martha's Knit and Weave loom a try. For those new to loom knitting you might want to start on a small 5" loom until you master the basic stitch.Once you are confident with your skill branch out into the Knit and Weave kit which is a mix and match custom loom. You can make looms in various sizes by interchanging the pieces and adding pegs. When I worked with a store sample I found that some of the pegs were too loose and others were difficult to snap into place.You can also weave on this loom and the sample I saw used lemon drop cotton hemp. It was a soft alternative to the classic loop weaved potholders. I think if you weaved on the long loom it would make a great bath rug.Do be careful with this loom when children are around because the pegs are loose and many. For this reason alone I probably won't buy this.Although I do like the idea of an interchangeable loom I cringe at the thought of keeping track of all the pegs or even of accidentally stepping on one. Any parent with a Lego addict will attest to the fact that stepping on small plastic pieces especially in the dark is quite unpleasant.Now that you've been introduced to some supplies and tools what will you make?

• weave pot holder
• knit or crochet a dishcloth
• make an amigurumi toy
• use the knitting loom to make rectangles or squares for a blanket
• make a scarf or hat
• knit up a nice pair of socks
• weave a nice thick rug with bulky roving
• crochet a bag to carry your loom in
• knit a cover for your kindle, iPod, or nook

Sara Duggan has been writing online since 2007. She has written over 100 lenses on Squidoo - She is a Giant Squid which means she has created 50 or more quality content lenses. She is a member of Rocket Moms, a group of Mom lensmasters who mentor each other to succeed and grow on Squidoo.She started crocheting when she was pregnant with her son in 1999 and hasn't stopped. She writes her own patterns, teaches beginning and intermediate crochet and blogs about all things crochet as Momwithahook.

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