{"product_id":"alberts-pilot-hat","title":"Albert's Pilot Hat","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"210\"\u003ePlease note: this is a printed knitting pattern. It is not a digital download.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eAlbert’s Pilot Hat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a snug, practical little hat worked from the top down, designed to keep little ears warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eIt’s worked in the round, with the earflaps shaped separately back and forth for a comfortable fit. A button closure keeps everything secure, and you can finish it off with a pompom if you want a bit of fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eThis is a great, quick project that makes a really useful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1e9uyq8\" data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"671\"\u003e0–3 months (3–6 months) 6–12 months (1–2 years)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"18zq2tz\" data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eGauge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"764\"\u003e22 stitches × 30 rows = 10 × 10 cm in stockinette stitch on 4 mm needles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1g0qefq\" data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eNeedles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"131w6zf\" data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e4 mm double-pointed needles\u003cbr data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e(or use Magic Loop if preferred)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"857\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"174judq\" data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eYarn Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eThis hat can be knitted in two ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eOption 1: Hold two strands together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vgprj2\" data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e4 ply \/ fingering weight yarn (200–250 m per 50 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rm09ot\" data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eHeld double throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eOption 2: Single strand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kwsekz\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eDK weight yarn (approx. 100–120 m per 50 g)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vkmuhq\" data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eApproximate Metreage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gio3k\" data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eHeld double (4 ply):\u003c\/strong\u003e ~420–470 metres total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yvdlld\" data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eSingle strand DK:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~100–150 metres total depending on size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eYou’ll also need a small amount of contrast yarn if adding a pompom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bmee17\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eChoosing Your Yarn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eFor babies, this is best in something:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10iqakb\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eSoft and gentle on the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"142awyx\" data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eWarm without being heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eIf you hold yarn double, you’ll get a thicker, cosier fabric with a bit more structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eIf you use a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eDK yarn on its own\u003c\/strong\u003e, you’ll get a simpler, quicker knit that still holds its shape well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eA yarn like \u003cstrong data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eBig Cool Wool\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great option here — easy to work with, soft, and perfect for a cosy baby hat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petite Knit","offers":[{"title":"Default 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