Hat, Cowl, & Mitts Accessory Knitting Pattern

Hat, Cowl, & Mitts in Plymouth Yarn Andes Sock

What Is Being Made

This knitting pattern (Pattern No. 3287) features a coordinated three-piece accessory set consisting of a hat, cowl, and mitts. All three garments are designed to be made from Plymouth Yarn Andes Sock yarn, allowing crafters to create the complete set or mix-and-match any two pieces depending on yarn availability and personal preference.

Finished Measurements

• Hat: 20" around
• Cowl: 20" around
• Mitts: 9.5" in length

Materials & Yarn Requirements

This pattern is designed for Plymouth Yarn Andes Sock yarn. The pattern shown features color 016 in Aqua Purple Mix. Yarn requirements are flexible based on which pieces you choose to knit:

• One 100g ball of Andes Sock is sufficient to complete any two garments (Hat & Cowl, Hat & Mitts, or Cowl & Mitts)
• Two 100g balls are needed to knit the entire three-piece set

Needles Required

The pattern utilizes multiple needle sizes and styles to accommodate the different gauges and construction methods for each garment:

• Hat & Cowl: 16" circular needles in US size 4, plus US size 4 double pointed needles for the hat crown shaping
• Mitts: US size 2 double pointed needles

Gauge & Tension

Proper gauge is essential for achieving the correct finished measurements. The pattern specifies different gauges for different pieces:

• Hat & Cowl: 28 stitches = 4 inches over rib stitch (slightly stretched) on US size 4 needles
• Mitts: 32 stitches = 4 inches over ribbing on US size 2 needles

Stitches & Techniques Used

Primary Stitch Pattern: The foundation of all three garments is the k3-p2 rib stitch, which creates a classic ribbed texture that is both elastic and visually appealing. This stitch pattern is worked in the round throughout each piece.

Rib Stitch Pattern Instructions:

• Round 1: *(K3, p2), repeat from * around
• Repeat Round 1 for the rib pattern

Hat Construction Techniques: The hat is constructed using circular knitting in the round. After casting on 140 stitches with a 16" circular needle and joining, the knitter works in k3-p2 ribbing. Crown shaping is achieved through a series of strategic decreases worked over multiple rounds, transitioning to double pointed needles as the stitch count diminishes. The decreases are integrated into the ribbing pattern at regular intervals:

• Round 1: *(Rib 12 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 3: *(Rib 11 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 5: *(Rib 10 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 7: *(Rib 9 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 8: *(Rib 8 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 9: *(Rib 7 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 10: *(Rib 6 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around
• Round 11: *(Rib 5 sts, k2tog); repeat from * around

Even-numbered rounds between decreases are worked even in established ribbing. The crown is finished by drawing the remaining stitches up tight and anchoring them securely.

Cowl Construction Techniques: The cowl is the simplest piece