Make a gift for your man that he will love with this free men’s hat knitting pattern.
If you want to make something for your man that he will love this winter…then make him a knitted bobble hat!
In this pattern you will need to know the following;
*Please scroll down to see the free pattern*
Beginner Hat Pattern
I wanted to make and share a hat pattern that is really easy for any beginner knitters, this pattern uses basic techniques, including; knit and purl stitches.
Simple to make in an easy ribbed stitch, this free men’s hat knitting pattern will knit up a hat in a couple of hours.
You can make the matching cowl too, just to make sure he stays nice and cosy.
Winter Hat And Cowl Set
I made this set for my husband after he was complaining that his other (bought) hat wasn’t tight enough around his ears, letting the cold wind in.
So this hat has a tighter fit around the head and now he wears it frequently.
Made with a chunky super soft yarn, it has already had compliments from friends and family!
Look no further for the perfect men’s ribbed beanie and matching cowl.
Beanie Hat
This stretchy hat will fit a wide variety of head sizes and can be made in any length to create a short fitted hat or a slouchy longer beanie style.
Perfect for a brisk walk in the park with the dog or coffee with friends in town.
I made the hat using Delfino (Delfino Μοντέρνο) yarn, which I found in a local yarn shop here in Corfu, in colour-way 6260.
I knit with two strands of yarn together as this made it suitable for size 8 mm (US 11) 16″ circular needles.
Men’s Beanie Hat Pattern
You can use other yarns as a substitute, and of course, any yarns that are suitable for size 8 mm (US 11) will be perfect.
I knit this hat in the round, so there was no seaming involved, just a few loose ends to sew in at the end.
The hat pattern is easy to follow, knitting in the round on circular needles, you could knit this hat on DPN’s if it is your preference.
The hat uses basic stitches – knit and purl, to knit 2 x 2 ribbing for the main body of the hat.
Knit Hat Patterns
If you are a beginner it will also introduce you to shaping through simple decreases.
This easy hat knitting pattern is great for any beginners who are learning how to knit, as it is a great project for learning the basic knitting stitches.
The hat size can also be adapted if you want to make it smaller or larger, just measure the circumference of the recipients head and adjust the number of stitches you cast on.
If you would like to make more knitted items for men, please take a look at the other patterns in the men’s knitting pattern library.
Knitted Cowl Pattern
You can also make a matching cowl, using the same yarn and the same technique – 2 x 2 ribbing.
You can see how to knit ribbing in this video tutorial here – how to knit the rib stitch.
The cowl is unisex so can be worn by anyone!
The easy cowl knitting pattern is great for any beginners and is a mindless project for when you want to watch a movie.
Men’s Ribbed Hat And Cowl Pattern
You can scroll down to see the free pattern below or you may choose to purchase the printable ad-free PDF version from my shop.
Skill Level – Easy/beginner
Materials
- Super bulky yarn or two strands of DK knit together.
- Yarn in dark grey – I used a brand called Delfino (Delfino Μοντέρνο) which I found in a local yarn shop here in Corfu, in colour-way 6260.
- I used around 2 skeins for the hat and 4 skeins for the cowl.
- I also used 2 strands of yarn knit together, so it would have a chunkier look.
- Any yarn suitable for 8mm (US 11) needles will be ok or if you use 2 strands of DK (for 4mm needles (US size 6) yarn knit together.
- A good alternative for a DK (4mm / US 6) yarn would be Rowan pure wool worsted in the colour-way Granite 111.
- A good alternative for a chunkier yarn suitable for the 8mm/US11 or 9mm/US13 needles would be Lion Brand wool ease thick and quick in Charcoal 149.
- yarn weight guide
Tools
- Circular knitting needles 8 mm (US 11) 16″ circulars for the hat
- 24″ Circular knitting needles 8 mm (US 11) – for the cowl
- Pom pom maker Clover 2 – 1/2 inch Large.
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Tape measure
Pattern Instructions
The Hat Pattern
- With 8 mm (US 11) circular needles and grey yarn cast on 64 sts
- Join in the round and pm, being careful not to twist the sts.
- Knit 2, Purl 2 – work in 2×2 Rib until piece measures 9 inches
- Next Round: K2TOG / P2TOG – decrease in rib
- Next Round: Knit
- Next Round: K2TOG
- Cut a long tail of yarn and thread through remaining stitches. Pull tight together and secure.
- Make a large pom with the pom maker out of grey yarn and stitch to the top of the hat.
The Cowl Pattern
- With 8 mm (US 11) circular needles and grey chunky yarn cast on 100 sts
- Join in the round and pm, being careful not to twist the sts.
- Knit 2, Purl 2 – work in 2×2 Rib until piece measures 13 or 14 inches
- Cast off in rib.
Notes
This hat knits up quickly and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.
You are welcome to sell items knit from this pattern, I just ask that you give pattern credit to Handy Little Me and link to www.handylittleme.com in any listings. Thank you!
Gauge – 4 stitches = 1″
Abbreviations / Knitting Abbreviation List
Approx = Approximately
Beg = Begin(ning)
Cont = Continue(ing)
K = Knit
K2tog = Knit next 2 stitches together
P – Purl
PM – Place marker
Rem = Remaining
Rep = Repeat
Rnd(s) = Round(s)
