Knitted Ponytail Hat
The knitted ponytail hat is the perfect accessory for those who want to keep their head warm while still maintaining a stylish look. This innovative hat features a clever opening at the top, allowing you to pull your ponytail or bun through while still keeping your ears cozy. It's a versatile and practical solution for those who love to wear their hair up but don't want to sacrifice warmth. Not only is the knitted ponytail hat functional, but it also comes in a variety of colors and patterns to suit every style and outfit. With its trendy and convenient design, this hat is sure to become a favorite go-to accessory for chilly days.
You will need:<
mm circular knitting needles<
K Yarn<
hort piece of elastic
Instructions are given for Small (Medium, Large) hats. Small is for children, medium for most adults, large for anyone with a lot of hair, or a lot of curly hair.
CIRCULAR:
Cast on 80 (92,100) stitches<
ib 12 (14, 16) rows using the 2×2 rib pattern (knit 2, purl 2)
Knit 14 (16, 18) rows
On the following row, knit 8, knit 2 together – repeat over the row reducing the number of stitches on the needles to 72 (83, 90)
Knit 6 (8, 10) rows
On the following row, knit 7, knit 2 together – repeat over the row reducing the number of stitches on the needles to 64 (74, 80)
Knit 4 (6, 8) rows
On the following row, knit 3, knit 2 together – to the end. (for small and medium sized hats this number will not be even, just knit the final stitches)
Knit 2 (3, 4) rows
On the following row, knit 2, knit 2 together – to the end. (for small and medium sized hats this number will not be even, just knit the final stitches)
Knit 2, purl 2 – rib the remaining stitches over the next 2 rows.
Knit 2 together, purl 2 together – over the following row.
Thread a length of elastic through all the remaining stitches. Tie up with enough room to comfortably fit around your ponytail.
Stitch in your tails.
Elastic threaded through the top of the hat.
STRAIGHT:
Cast on 80 (92,100) stitches<
ib 12 (14, 16) rows using the 2×2 rib pattern (knit 2, purl 2)
Stockinette Stitch 14 (16, 18) rows
On the following row, knit 8, knit 2 together – repeat over the row reducing the number of stitches on the needles to 72 (83, 90)
Stockinette stitch 5 (7, 9) rows beginning on a purl row.
On the following row, knit 7, knit 2 together – repeat over the row reducing the number of stitches on the needles to 64 (74, 80)
Stockinette stitch 3 (5, 7) rows rows beginning on a purl row.
On the following row, knit 3, knit 2 together – to the end. (for small and medium sized hats this number will not be even, just knit the final stitches)
Stockinette stitch 1 (3, 3) rows beginning on a purl row.
On the following row, knit 2, knit 2 together – to the end. (for small and medium sized hats this number will not be even, just knit the final stitches)
Knit 2, purl 2 – rib the remaining stitches over the next 2 rows.
Knit 2 together, purl 2 together – over the following row.
Thread a length of elastic through all the remaining stitches. Tie up with enough room to comfortably fit around your ponytail.
Fold the hat in half, and stitch up the seam. Stitch in your tails.