Knit Broken Rib Stitch Plus Free Hat Pattern
An Easy Hat Pattern Using the Knit Broken Rib Stitch
With just over a month until Christmas, I thought now would be a good idea to share a quick and easy knit hat pattern for those who like to knit gifts for loved ones. This simple beanie patten uses the knit broken rib stitch and creates a cute and cozy hat that is super fun and easy to make. I enjoyed knitting this hat up so much that I’ve made a few for the ladies on my gift list, plus a couple for myself!
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How to Knit the Broken Rib Stitch
The broken rib stitch is an easy two-row repeat that looks like 1×1 rib but a bit flatter. To knit this stitch, begin by casting on an even number of stitches and then follow the instructions below.
Knitting The Broken Rib Stitch:
The broken rib stitch is knit the same, regardless of weather you’re working in rows or in the round.
Row/Round 1: k1, p1 to end;
Row/Round 2: knit all stitches;
Then just repeat those two row/rounds until your fabric reaches the desired length!
Decreasing The Knit Broken Rib Stitch:
The most reliable way that I’ve found to decrease in broken rib is to use a central double decrease. Since broken rib alternates knits and purls every other row, a single decrease would throw off the rhythm; instead, decrease two stitches at once to keep the pattern aligned. In other words, use a central double decrease where you need shaping and the rib columns stay centered.
To knit a Central Double Decrease:
Step 1: Slip 2 stitches together from your left need to your right needle as if to knit.
Step 2: Then, knit the next stitch,
Step 3: Finally, pass slipped stitches over the stitch that you just knit.
Yarn Choice For This Pattern
I chose to work with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Aran Yarn for this pattern because I love the earthy colour scheme, but you can substitute with any aran or heavy worsted weight yarn to make your own hat. Here are some options that I recommend as substations if you cannot access Wool-Ease or just prefer another fibre content:
- Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran Yarn.
- Knit Picks City Tweed Aran/HW Yarn.
- Knit Picks Simply Alpaca Aran Yarn.
- Stylecraft Special Aran Yarn.
- Mary Maxim Starlette Worsted Weight Yarn
- Patons Canadiana Worsted Weight Yarn
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Broken Rib Stitch Knit Beanie Pattern
Materials:
To make one beanie, you will need the following supplies:
- 1 skein (135 yards) Lion Brand Wool-Ease Aran Weight Yarn. Colours in photos are Stillwater, Arrowwood, and Linen.
- Size 7 (4.5 mm) 16″ circular knitting needles.
- Size 7 (4.5 mm) double pointed knitting needles.
- Scissors.
- Stitch Marker.
- Tapestry/yarn needle.
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Size:
Adult (head circumference 22 inches).
Gauge:
17 sts X 24 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch.
Abbreviations:
K: Knit stitch.
P: Purl stitch.
Cdd: Central double decrease stitch – slip 2 stitches together as if to knit, k1, then pass slipped stitches over.
Sts: Stitches.
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Pattern Notes:
This hat is knit in the round (from the bottom up) on circular knitting needles, switching to double pointed needles when necessary (during the decreasing of stitches for shaping the crown).
Knit Broken Rib Stitch Beanie Pattern
Cast on 88 sts and then place a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round and join (being careful not to twist the stitches).
Round 1: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 2: Knit all sts.
Repeat rounds 1 and 2 until length of hat measures 6.5” and then work one more round of Round 1.
Begin Decreasing Rounds to shape the crown (switch to double pointed needles when necessary).
Decreasing Rounds:
Round 1: *CDD, K15, CDD, K1; repeat from * to end of round (72 sts).
Round 2: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 3: Knit all sts.
Round 4: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 5: *CDD, K11, CDD, K1; repeat from * to end of round (56 sts).
Round 6: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 7: Knit all sts.
Round 8: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 9: *CDD, K7, CDD, K1; repeat from * to end of round (40 sts).
Round 10: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 11: Knit all sts.
Round 12: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 13: *CDD, K3, CDD, K1; repeat from * to end of round (24 sts).
Round 14: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 15: Knit all sts.
Round 16: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round.
Once you have finished the last round, cut yarn (leave a long tail) and pull through a yarn needle. Then thread the yarn through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the hole at the top of the hat. Finally, tie a knot to secure and weave in all loose ends.
Pattern PDF File
I hope you enjoyed this knit broken rib stitch hat pattern.
If you’d like your own copy, the Ad-Free PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically) can be purchased through Ravelry, or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
Thank you so much for your support! It means the world to me, and I’m beyond grateful to be able to share my passion with you all.
