Knit Cabled Hats for Fall – Free Pattern and eBook Collection
With Fall around the corner, I thought that now would be a good time to share a pattern for a free cable knit hat -also called a beanie or toque. I wanted something easy but still a little different, you know? But then, I had way too many ideas, so instead of just one pattern, I went all in and made a whole collection of cable knit hats.
If you like this pattern, I just know you’re going to love the eBook. I’ve linked it below on this page if you want to check it out and maybe grab it!
What are Knit Cables?
If you’re not sure what the term cables refers to in knitting, please don’t worry or feel intimidated! Basically, cables are when you take a few stitches, twist them around, and make cool braided or twisted designs that run through your fabric. They look super fancy, but honestly, once you get the hang of it, it’s really not that hard. You use a special needle called a cable hook (don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds) to hold some stitches in front or behind, then you just knit the next few. Boom—cables!
Now, because I know it’s way easier to see this in action, I made a YouTube video showing you exactly how to do it. You can check it out here: How to Knit Cables! Trust me, after watching, you’ll be a cable pro in no time.
Crossed Paths Beanie – Featured Cable Knit Hat Pattern
So let’s get back to the pattern I’m sharing today. I called it the Crossed Paths Beanie because the twists made with a cable hook remind me of the winding paths crisscrossing on mountain ski slopes. It’s also a great intro to knitting cables, because most of it is just simple stockinette stitch in the round—which basically means you’re knitting every row. The cables are worked after every 8 rows of stockinette, so it’s super manageable, even if you’re new to cable knitting.
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Cable Knit Hats Pattern Collection eBook
Introducing the ultimate collection of cable knit hat patterns—six fun, cozy designs all in one place! Each pattern in this collection uses the same yarn and needle sizes, making it super convenient for you to dive right in without having to switch up your materials. That means less time searching for the right tools and more time enjoying the knitting process!
The yarn that I chose for these hats is one of my absolute favourite outdoor accessory yarn lines: Knit Picks & We Crochet Wool of the Andes worsted weight yarn. This yarn is not only affordable, squishy, incredibly insulating, and soft – but the colour palette is to dye for! These hats are all knit with the Wool of the Andes Tweed line, but I did test them with the regular Wool of the Andes Worsted weight yarn too incase you are not a fan of tweed or prefer solid colours.
These patterns are perfect for knitters who love the classic look of cables but want a variety of designs to work through. From simple twists to more intricate braids, each hat offers a unique challenge while still being easy to follow. Whether you’re knitting for yourself or whipping up gifts, this collection will keep you engaged and excited for every project.
Grab the collection now and get a head start on those holiday projects while having a blast knitting each one!
This eBook is also available for purchase on Ravelry at the following link:
Cable Knit Hats Collection eBook.
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Free Pattern for the Crossed Paths Cable Knit Beanie:
Materials:
- Approximately 1.25 skeins (140 yards) of Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Tweed Worsted Weight Yarn Colours in photos are (Down Heather and North Pole Heather).
- Size 4 (3.5 mm) 16” circular knitting needles.
- Size 9 (5.5 mm) 16” circular knitting needles.
- Size 9 (5.5 mm) double pointed knitting needles.
- Cable Needle.
- Stitch markers.
- Scissors.
- Yarn needle for weaving in ends.
- Pompoms and buttons (optional).
Size:
Adult (head circumference 22 inches).
Gauge:
5 rows, 4.5 stitches = 1 inch in stockinette stitch (Size 9/5.5mm needles).
Pattern Notes:
This hat is knit in the round on circular knitting needles, switching to double pointed needles when necessary during the decreasing of stitches for shaping the top.
Abbreviations and Special Stitches:
K: Knit.
P: Purl.
K2Tog: Knit two stitches together decrease.
C6F: Cable 6 Front – Slip three stitches onto cable needle and hold at the front of your work. Knit the next three stitches on left-hand needle, and then knit the stitches from the cable needle.
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Free Cable Knit Hat Pattern:
Using Size 4 (3.5mm) circular needles, cast on 90 stitches. Place a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round and join (being careful not to twist the stitches).
Brim:
Rounds 1-16: *K1, P1; repeat from * to end of round to create 1X1 ribbing for the brim of the hat.
Transfer stitches onto size 9 (5.5mm) circular needles to knit the remainder of the hat.
Body of Hat:
Rounds 1-8: Knit all stitches.
Round 9: *K1, C6F, K11; repeat from * to end of round.
Round 10-17: Knit all stitches.
Round 18: *K10, C6F, K2; repeat from * to end of round.
Rounds 19-26: Knit all stitches.
Round 27: *K1, C6F, K11; repeat from * to end of round.
Start decreasing to shape the top of the hat (switch to double pointed needles when necessary).
Decreasing Rounds:
Round 1: K8, K2Tog (81 stitches remain).
Round 2: Knit all stitches.
Round 3: K7, K2Tog (72 stitches remain).
Round 4: Knit all stitches.
Round 5: K6, K2Tog (63 stitches remain).
Round 6: Knit all stitches.
Round 7: K5, K2Tog (54 stitches remain).
Round 8: Knit all stitches.
Round 9: K4, K2Tog (45 stitches remain).
Round 10: Knit all stitches.
Round 11: K3, K2Tog (36 stitches remain).
Round 12: Knit all stitches.
Round 13: K2, K2Tog (27 stitches remain).
Round 14: Knit all stitches.
Continue to Finishing.
Finishing
Cut yarn (leave a long tail) and pull through a yarn needle. Thread the yarn through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the hole at the top of the hat. Tie a knot to secure and follow the instructions below for attaching a pompom or leave the hat as is and weave in all loose ends.
Attaching a Pompom:
Pompoms can be purchased from online stores or local craft stores (the pompoms for these hats are from Amazon.com and I’ve linked to them along with the super cute Handmade With Love buttons below). Be sure to purchase a pompom with a small elastic at the bottom for attaching to the hat.
Step 1: Turn hat inside out and, using the strand of yarn that secured the top of the hat, sew a button to the inside of the hat.
Step 2: Pull the elastic loop from the pompom through a spot at the top of the hat (a crochet hook works great for this).
Step 3: Pull the elastic over the button to secure the pompom.
Step 4: Weave in any loose ends and enjoy your new hat! Switch out pompoms for a different look.
Pattern PDF File
I hope you enjoyed this free cable hat knitting 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.
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