Glynis Hat Knitting Pattern

Glynis Hat in Berroco Inca Tweed & Andean Mist

What Is Being Made

The Glynis Hat is a knitted beanie designed by Alison Green, featuring an intermediate skill level. This one-size hat measures approximately 16 inches around and 11 inches high when unstretched with ribbing unfolded. The design incorporates decorative cable work and is finished with a pom-pom accent, making it a classic knit hat suitable for everyday wear.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pattern employs several intermediate knitting techniques that create visual interest and texture. Cable knitting is the primary decorative technique, with multiple cable crossings worked in the round to create raised, twisted stitch patterns. The pattern uses both right-leaning and left-leaning cable crosses, as well as twisted stitches that combine knit and purl stitches for dimensional effects. In-the-round knitting is used throughout, allowing for seamless construction. The hat is worked on circular needles for the main body and transitions to double-pointed needles for the crown decreases. Pom-pom construction adds a finished, decorative element to the top of the hat.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Glynis Hat utilizes the following specialized stitches:

• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – The primary background stitch, providing a smooth, classic knit fabric
• Reverse Stockinette Stitch – Created through purl stitches, this provides contrast and frames the cable patterns
• Cable Stitches – Multiple cable variations are used:
  • C4R (Cable 4 Right) – Slip 2 stitches to cable needle and hold in back, knit 2, then knit 2 from cable needle
  • C3R (Cable 3 Right) – Slip 1 stitch to cable needle and hold in back, knit 2, then knit 1 from cable needle
  • C3L (Cable 3 Left) – Slip 2 stitches to cable needle and hold in front, knit 1, then knit 2 from cable needle
• Twisted Stitches – Combine knit and purl elements for textural variation:
  • T3R (Twisted 3 Right) – Slip 1 stitch to cable needle and hold in back, knit 2, then purl 1 from cable needle
  • T3L (Twisted 3 Left) – Slip 2 stitches to cable needle and hold in front, purl 1, then knit 2 from cable needle

The pattern features Cable A, a 14-stitch repeat pattern that measures approximately 2½ inches wide. This cable motif is worked multiple times throughout the hat construction, creating the primary visual design element. The cable pattern combines various cable crosses with reverse stockinette framing to produce a sophisticated, textured appearance.

Yarn and Materials

The Glynis Hat pattern calls for specific Berroco yarns that work together to create both color and texture contrast:

• Main Color (MC) – 1 hank of Berroco Inca Tweed, #8907 Trigo (100 grams). Inca Tweed is a textured yarn that adds visual interest and depth to the knit fabric.
• Contrast Color (CC) – 1 ball of Berroco Andean Mist, #6386 Azul Profundo (25 grams). This accent yarn is used sparingly to add a pop of color.

Tools and Needles

The pattern requires the following knitting tools:

• One 16-inch circular knitting needle, size 10 (6.00 mm) for the main body
• One set of four double-pointed knitting needles, size 10 (6.00 mm) for crown shaping and decreases
• One cable needle for managing cable stitches
• One tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends
• One medium or large pom-pom maker for creating the finishing accent

Gauge and Sizing