Hipster Hat by Petite Knit

Please note: this is a printed knitting pattern. It is not a digital download.

The Hipster Hat is a simple, wearable beanie worked from the bottom up in a classic 2 × 2 rib.

It features a folded brim for extra warmth and structure, and the length is easy to customise depending on how you like to wear your hats — go a little longer for that relaxed “hipster top”, or keep it shorter for a snug, fitted look.

This is a great, no-fuss project that suits just about everyone.

Sizes

Baby (Child) Woman (Man)

To Fit Head Circumference

45–48 (48–53) 53–57 (57–60) cm

Gauge

29 stitches × 32 rounds = 10 × 10 cm in 2 × 2 rib on 3.5 mm needles

Needles

• 3.5 mm circular needle (40 cm)

• 3.5 mm double-pointed needles for shaping the crown
  (or use Magic Loop if preferred)

Yarn Requirements

This hat works best in a DK to light worsted weight yarn, depending on how you choose to knit it.

You’ve got a few good options here:

Option 1: Hold two strands together

• Use a 4 ply / fingering weight yarn (around 200–250 m per 50 g)

• Hold double to create a thicker, warmer fabric

Option 2: Single strand

• Use a DK yarn (around 100–120 m per 50 g)

Approximate Metreage

• Baby / Child: ~200–235 m

• Woman: ~200–235 m

• Man: ~235–300 m

Choosing Your Yarn

This is a great stash-buster or an easy add-on project.

If you want something:

• Soft and cosy → go for merino or a merino blend

• More structured and hard-wearing → choose a non-superwash wool

• Light but warm → hold a finer yarn double

It’s a forgiving pattern, so you’ve got flexibility here depending on what you have (or what you want it to feel like).

Difficulty

★★☆☆☆ (2 out of 5)

A great beginner-friendly project, especially if you’re ready to move beyond scarves and want to try shaping.