Miyo Hat Knitting Pattern

Miyo Hat in Berroco Macro

What is Being Made

The Miyo Hat is a classic knitted beanie designed by Emily Nora O'Neil. This beginner-friendly hat features a one-size-fits-all design with finished measurements of approximately 18 inches around and 12 inches high when unstretched with the brim not folded back. The hat is constructed using a seamless, in-the-round knitting method, making it an ideal project for knitters new to circular construction techniques.

Techniques Used

This hat employs fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginners. The primary construction method is circular knitting in the round, which eliminates the need for seaming and creates a smooth, professional finish. The hat begins with a cast-on of 32 stitches distributed across double-pointed needles, with a stitch marker placed to denote the beginning of each round.

The body of the hat is worked in k1, p1 ribbing, a classic textured stitch pattern that creates vertical columns of alternating knit and purl stitches. This ribbing extends for 9¾ inches from the cast-on edge and provides stretch and recovery, helping the hat conform comfortably to the wearer's head.

The crown shaping employs strategic decreasing to taper the top of the hat. Two decrease rounds progressively reduce the stitch count from 32 stitches to 24 stitches in the first shaping round, then from 24 stitches to 16 stitches in the second shaping round. The remaining stitches are drawn together tightly using a tapestry needle to close the crown opening securely.

Stitches Used

• Knit (k): The fundamental stitch that creates the characteristic V-shaped texture
• Purl (p): The reverse of the knit stitch, used in alternation to create the ribbed pattern
• K1, p1 Ribbing: An alternating pattern of single knit and purl stitches that forms the primary fabric of the hat
• K2tog (knit 2 together): A right-leaning decrease that combines two stitches into one
• SSK (slip, slip, knit): A left-leaning decrease created by slipping two stitches individually and then knitting them together

Materials and Gauge

The Miyo Hat requires 1 hank of Berroco Macro yarn (250 grams) in colorway #6701 Snowshoe Hare. Berroco Macro is a substantial, chunky-weight yarn that knits quickly and creates a warm, textured fabric ideal for cold-weather accessories.

The pattern calls for 1 set of 4 double-pointed knitting needles in size 17 (12.75 mm), or the size necessary to obtain the correct gauge. A stitch marker is required to denote the beginning of rounds during circular knitting.

The recommended gauge is 7 stitches and 10 rounds equal 4 inches in k1, p1 ribbing. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished hat will fit properly and have the intended drape and texture. Gauge swatches should be blocked before measuring to account for any changes in the yarn's behavior after washing.

Finishing

After the crown is closed, all yarn ends are woven in using a tapestry needle to secure them invisibly within the fabric. The completed hat can be blocked as desired to even out the stitches and set the final shape and dimensions.