Willow & Lark Eddie Hat & Scarf Knitting Pattern

Willow & Lark Eddie Hat & Scarf Set

What Is Being Made

The Eddie Hat & Scarf Set is a coordinated knitting project consisting of two separate pieces: a fitted hat and a matching scarf. The hat is designed to fit children ages 2–5 and 6–9 years, while the scarf is available in one size. Both pieces feature the same decorative cable pattern and are worked using the same yarn palette, making them ideal as a coordinated gift set or matching accessory pair.

Finished Measurements

• Hat: Width 17–19 inches (43–48 cm) depending on size
• Scarf: Width 7 inches (18 cm), Length 44½ inches (113 cm)

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques to create visual interest and structure:

• Cable work: The primary decorative element features cable stitches, created using a cable needle to cross stitches over one another, producing the characteristic twisted rope-like texture throughout both pieces
• Worked in the round: The hat is constructed using the circular knitting method with double-pointed needles, allowing for seamless construction and a professional finish
• Worked flat: The scarf is worked flat on straight needles, making it straightforward to manage longer yardage and easier for intermediate knitters to execute

Stitches Used

The pattern centers on cable stitches, specifically:

• C4B (Cable 4 Back): Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at back of work, knit the next 2 stitches, then knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle
• C4F (Cable 4 Front): Slip 2 stitches onto a cable needle and hold at front of work, knit the next 2 stitches, then knit the 2 stitches from the cable needle
• Stockinette stitch: The base stitch throughout, created by alternating knit and purl rows (or knit rounds when working in the round), providing a smooth background for the cable pattern
• Make one (m1): Used for increases, created by picking up the loop lying between needles and knitting into the back of this loop

Materials & Yarn

The Eddie Hat & Scarf Set uses Willow & Lark Poetry yarn, a 50-gram (1¾ ounce) ball weight. The pattern features a striped cable design using three coordinating colors:

• Ice Blue 609 (A): 1 ball for hat, 1 ball for scarf
• Clotted Cream 600 (B): 1 ball for hat, 1 ball for scarf
• Lake Blue 611 (C): 1 ball for hat, 1 ball for scarf

A suggested solid colorway alternative in Rose 615 is also provided, requiring 1 ball for the hat and 2 balls for the scarf. The pattern notes that yarn quantities are approximate and based on average requirements.

Needles & Tools

The project requires specific needle sizes to achieve the correct tension:

• For the scarf: One pair of 3.25mm (UK 10 / US 3) knitting needles for ribbing, and one pair of 4.00mm (UK 8 / US 6) knitting needles for the main cable pattern
• For the hat: Four 3.25mm (UK 10 / US 3) double-pointed needles for ribbing, and four 4.00mm (UK 8 / US 6) double-pointed needles for working the cable pattern in the round
• Cable needle: Required for both pieces to hold stitches while executing cable crossings

Tension & Gauge

The pattern specifies a tension of 30 stitches and 25 rows to 10 centimeters (4 inches) when measured over the cable pattern using 4.00mm (US 6) needles.