Adult's Striped Bobble Hat in Reverse Stocking Stitch

This stylish bobble hat for adults features a classic striped design that adds a touch of fun and personality to any winter outfit. The hat is knitted using the reverse stocking stitch technique, giving it a unique texture and appearance that sets it apart from traditional knit hats. The bold stripes create a striking visual contrast, making this hat a standout accessory for both men and women. The reverse stocking stitch not only adds visual interest but also enhances the hat's insulation properties, keeping the wearer cozy and snug. With its trendy design and high-quality craftsmanship, this striped bobble hat is sure to become a favorite go-to accessory for chilly days and nights.

Requirements:

3 x 50g and 2 x 20g Balls of chunky knitting yarn in contrasting colours
1 x 5.5mm Knitting Needles

Abbreviation and Meaning

sts Stitches

K Knit (number after it refers to how many stitches to knit)

K2tog Knit next two stitches together as one stitch (decreases the number of stitches by 1)

[ ] Repeat instructions within [ ] as specified by the instruction directly following the bracket

Pattern:

To make hat (make 1):
Using 5.5mm needles and colour A cast on 74 stitches.
Starting with a purl row, reverse stocking stitch 4 rows
Change to Colour B and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour C and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour D and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour A and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour B and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour C and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour E and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Change to Colour A and continue in reverse stocking stitch for a further 3 rows

Shape Crown:
Row 1: Change to colour B and continuing in pattern work; K2, [K2tog, K6 ] repeat to end (65 sts)
Row 2: Purl to end
Row 3: K2, [K2tog, K5] repeat to end (56 sts)
Row 4: Change to colour C; Purl to end
Row 5: K5 [K2tog, K4] repeat to last 3 stitches, K2 tog, K1 (47 sts)
Row 6: Purl to end

Row 7: Change to colour D; [K2tog, K3] repeat to last 2 sts, K2tog (37 sts)
Row 8: Purl to end
Row 9: K1, [K2tog, K2] (28 sts)
Row 10: Purl to end

Row 11: K1, [K2tog, K1] (19 sts)
Row 12: Purl to end
Row 13: [K2tog, K2tog] repeat to end (10 sts)
Break off yarn, thread yarn through remaining stitches and secure.

To make up

Carefully sew down back of hat ensuring that the seam cannot be seen on the outside of the hat. Make a Pompom and attach securely to the top of the hat.The Pompom shown here was prepared by wrapping wool around my hand, tying in the centre and trimming to shape.