19 Free Hat Knitting Patterns To Make For Fall
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Now that fall is here and the weather has started to change, what could be a better way to occupy your hands when watching Netflix than to start a new knitting project?
Recently I have been buying new yarns in gorgeous colors, made from 60% alpaca and 40% wool for a really soft blend.
This type of yarn is perfect for fall knitting projects like hats and scarves.
Knit Your Own Hats
There are so many hat patterns out there, that you are really spoilt for choice.
From fine knits to super chunky knitted hats, you can make one for every outfit.
When you look in the stores and see knitted hats for sale, they are often poor quality and made with acrylic yarns….so making your own is a much better idea!
Choosing your own yummy yarns and making a hat for yourself is really satisfying and sure to bring compliments from friends and family.
Make a hat with a different yarn in any color you like.
You can also experiment with various yarn fibers for a different look.
Check out more knitted hat patterns here – Hat Patterns
Spruce Up Your Fall Wardrobe!
Hats are awesome accessories to add to your fall wardrobe.
They don’t just keep you warm against the cooler weather of fall, they are perfect for completing all of your outfits and make you want to show off on all your social media like Instagram and Facebook.
Plus, they are so many styles to choose from, from beanies to berets, with a pom pom or faux fur pom-pom there is a hat for every preference.
Show Off Your Maker Skills
They will say ‘Where did you get that hat?!’ and when you say you made it, they will be super impressed by your knitting skills and ask for one too!
Once you start making hats, you will see how easy they are to knit and start to experiment with various patterns, colors, and stitches.
More Free Patterns
If you are new to knitting and want to learn how to knit check out this complete guide here – Knitting Lessons (With Video Tutorials).
There are many easy and free patterns on my website, just take a look at my knitting pattern library, with patterns for women, men, babies, kids, pets, and the home here – Free Knitting Patterns
There are so many great autumn knitting patterns – take a look at this post and find something you can make for fall – Free Autumn Knitting Patterns To Inspire You!
And scarf knitting patterns that are perfect for fall and winter. – 30 Free Scarf Knitting Patterns To Make In 2023
If you also love crochet check out these free crochet patterns you can make using basic stitches like single crochet stitches and double crochet stitches.
Check them out here – Free Crochet Patterns For Fall
Plus these Free Crochet Hat Patterns (Cozy + Cute!), crochet hats are always in fashion.
Knitting Lessons
Check out the knitting lessons to find more knitting tutorials – Knitting Lessons (With Video Tutorials)
For example, how to cast-on stitches, how to knit the basic stitches like the stockinette stitch, how to knit purl stitches, how to knit ribbing, how to make knitting increases and decreases, how to knit with circular needles, how to fix knitting mistakes, and many more stitch patterns.
- Get a tutorial on how to cast on here – How To Cast On Knitting
- Learn how to knit the knit stitch here – How To Knit Stockinette Stitch (For Beginners)
- Check out a tutorial on how to knit the rib stitches here – How To Knit Rib Stitch Patterns (1×1 and 2×2 ribbing)
- Learn how to knit the purl stitch here How To Knit The Purl Stitch (For Beginners + A Video Tutorial)
- Take a look at how to knit in the round here – How To Join Knitting In The Round With Circular Knitting Needles
The majority of the blog posts include a video tutorial to help you along.
Perfect for a beginner knitter who wants to learn a new technique or experienced knitters who need a refresher.
19 Free Hat Knitting Patterns To Make For Fall
If you are ready to trade your summer hat for a fall hat take a look at the free hat knitting patterns below and feel inspired to make one of your own.
Ribbed Beanie Knitting Pattern {Unisex Mariner's Hat}
This ribbed beanie knitting pattern is a great project for anyone who wants to make a hat that never goes out of style!
Wear it with the brim turned up for a fitted look or not for more slouch.
Knit with circular knitting needles and bulky weight yarn.
Perfect for handmade gifts.
Highlander Cable Knit Hat Pattern
The Highlander cable knit hat pattern written instructions will allow you to create a cozy beanie to keep you warm in the winter months!
The main cable design on the hat is called the Staghorn cable.
This hat is an intermediate hat pattern perfect for cable and Outlander lovers.
Ribbed Hat Pattern | Autumn Ready
This hat is not too bulky and not too light and is comfortable to wear on crisp days when you walk through the park!
Add a pom pom to finish off the hat.
How To Knit A Hat With Straight Needles
These pattern instructions will show you how to knit a hat with straight needles for complete beginners, working flat, back and forth.
This is a great project for anyone who is learning how to knit.
The perfect hat for fall.
Irish Moss Stitch Hat Pattern
This Irish moss stitch hat pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit in the round.
I wanted to share with you an easy hat to knit with ribbing for the brim and double moss or Irish moss for the main body of the hat.
This hat is perfect for the colder weather, as it has been knit with medium-weight yarn; I chose a green color in Alize Lanagold Classic.
Add a cute pom pom to the top of the hat.
Stranded Knitting Hat Pattern | The Willow
This stranded knitting hat pattern is an excellent project for anyone who wants to try knit colorwork.
This hat is perfect for the colder weather, worn with a warm coat or a chunky knit sweater.
The colorwork creates a beautiful finished item.
Candy Corn Hat Knitting Pattern
This hat pattern will show you how to knit a candy corn hat that is perfect for fall.
This a great project for anyone new to knitting, as it is knit back and forth on
6 mm (US 10) knitting straight needles, then seamed.
You can make this hat for the whole family as the pattern is available in adult women’s, men’s medium, child, toddler, and baby sizes.
Fair Isle Hat Pattern | The Fir
This knit hat pattern is an excellent project for anyone who wants to try knitting with two colors in their work.
This hat is perfect for the colder weather, worn with a warm coat or a chunky knit sweater.
This hat pattern is a great advanced beginner project for anyone who wants to learn some new skills.
Ribbed Hat Pattern (Broken Rib Stitch)
Knit a ribbed hat with this free knitting pattern.
This ribbed hat pattern is a great project for anyone learning how to knit in the round with circular needles.
Not too bulky and light, this hat is comfortable to wear on those chilly days when you know the sun might come out later!
Scottish Beret Outlander Knitting Pattern
The Scottish Beret Outlander Knitting Pattern will allow you to create a slouchy beret in the style of the MacKenzie Clan grey berets seen worn in all seasons of the Outlander series.
This beret is knit flat – back and forth on straight needles, then seamed.
It is a great project for anyone new to knitting.
Trade your summer hats for a stylish beret.
Beret Knitting Pattern (Beginner Friendly!)
This beret knitting pattern will knit up quickly, and the finished item will definitely keep you looking stylish.
I wanted to share with you an easy flat knit beret that you can make in around 2 hours and is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit.
This hat is not knit in the round; it is knit flat and seamed.
Skye Boat Knitted Beret Pattern
The Skye Boat Knitted Beret Pattern will allow you to create a slouchy beret in the style of the MacKenzie clan grey berets seen worn in all seasons of the Outlander series.
This beret is knit flat – back and forth on straight needles.
Slouchy Knit Beret Pattern {The Bordeaux}
Make yourself a super chunky beret with this great pattern.
If you’re not sure about working with super chunky/jumbo yarn, give this pattern a try and see how much fun it can be!
One of my favorite chunky hats with a unique stitch pattern.
Easy Beanie Free Hat Pattern by Mary Jane Protus
An easy knit, this hat looks great in this burnt orange/cinnamon color.
The warm design is sure to keep the cold from nipping at your ears all fall and winter long.
Knit this chunky hat in your favorite color yarn or create a neutral hat in browns or black to go with any outfit.
The free knitting pattern is available from redheart.com.
Easy Knit Beanie Hat Pattern by Cathy Payson
Slip this easy-fit, neutral beanie on with any outfit and look stylish.
This beanie pattern is a great knit for the colder months.
This is an easy knitting pattern made with soft cozy yarn.
Before you know it, you will have a wonderful knitted hat you’ll want to wear every day.
The knitted beanie has a relaxed look and feel, you will find yourself wearing it every time you leave the house, this fall or winter.
Make one in all of your favorite different colors.
Cable Knit Beanie Pattern by Timothy Peters
Make a stunning stylish hat, that will look great with any outfit.
Knit this cable beanie in neutral colors, like greys, browns, or cream, and wear it every day to keep warm during the autumn chill.
This is one of my favorite patterns.
Available as a free pattern from Red Heart.
Slouchy Beanie Hat Knitting Pattern by the Patons Design Team
Make a slouchy hat that will add a pop of color to your fall/winter wardrobe, in coral, orange, or hot pink.
This pattern is great for beginners or the more experienced knitter.
Relax in your free time, watch something you love, and get creative.
This knitting pattern is found on allfreeknitting.com.
Soft Knit Beanie Pattern by Purl Soho
Make yourself a luxurious soft beanie in a mohair yarn.
Super soft strands of mohair – like Rowan Kidsilk Haze would make a gloriously soft fall/winter hat.
This is an easy pattern, with a ribbed edge and a simple stitched main cap, all knitted on circular needles.
Super Chunky Hat Pattern by Gina Michelle.
Are you just loving the trend for super bulky knits right now?
Make yourself a supersized beanie hat with chunky yarn and enjoy the warmth throughout the colder months.
Easy to make in around an hour thanks to the size of the yarn and needles (US size 35), this hat will be great to give as a gift or to keep for your own.
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