Knitted Jelly Bubbles Hat

Introducing the Jelly Bubbles Hat, a unique and stylish headwear option that is sure to turn heads! This hat is not your ordinary accessory, as it is crafted using the intricate art of knitting. The skilled artisans behind this creation have carefully woven together soft and cozy yarn to create a hat that is both fashionable and functional. The Jelly Bubbles Hat is a true testament to the creativity and craftsmanship of knitters. With its vibrant colors and playful design, it adds a touch of whimsy to any outfit. The knitted texture of the hat provides warmth and comfort, making it perfect for chilly days or adding a pop of color to your winter wardrobe. Whether you're strolling through the city streets or enjoying a day out in nature, the Jelly Bubbles Hat is a must-have accessory that will keep you looking stylish and feeling cozy all day long. 

Materials:

• Yarn: Alize Burcum Klasik, 100% acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g), 230 yards (210 m), in the following colors and quantities:
  • Size S (child size): 1 skein.
  • Size M/L (adult size):1 skein.
  • Size L/XL (adult size): 1 skein.
• Circular knitting needles, 16" (40 cm) long, size US 7 (4.5 mm), US 9 (5.5 mm) and US 10 (6 mm) (for size L/XL only).
• Double pointed needles (DPNs) set, size US 9 (5.5 mm) and US 10 (6 mm) (for size L/XL only).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Sizes and measurements:

• Size S (child size): head circumference = 18- 19" (45- 48 cm), height = 7.5" (19 cm).
• Size M/L (adult size): head circumference = 22- 23" (56- 58.5 cm), height = 8" (20.5 cm).
• Size L/XL (adult size):head circumference = 23- 24" (58.5 - 61 cm), height = 8.5" (21.5 cm).

Yardage:

• Size S (child size):100- 105 yards (90- 95 m).
• Size M/L (adult size): 130- 132 yards (120- 122 m), approx.
• Size L/XL (adult size): 148- 150 yards (135- 137 m), approx.

Gauge: 17 sts and 22 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, then knit the two slipped stitches together through back loops.
• k3tog: knit three stitches together.
• sssk: slip, slip, slip, then knit the three slipped stitches together through back loops.

Instructions:

Note: to knit the size L/XL hat, follow the same instructions for the M/L sized hat, but change the size of the knitting needle to US 10 (6 mm) instead of US 9 (5.5 mm).

With size US 7 (4.5 mm) circular knitting needles, cast on 84 (98). Join in the round. Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, purl one round, then work as follows:

Rib round: k 1, p 1, repeat to end.

Repeat the rib round 5 (6) more times. Switch to size US 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needles while working the first round of the general pattern:

General pattern:

Rounds 1 and 2: k to end.

Round 3: k 1, sssk, k3tog, k 7, repeat to end.

Round 4: k 1,switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, k 7, repeat to end.

Rounds 5 and 6: k to end.

Round 7: k 8, sssk, k3tog, repeat to end.

Round 8: k 8,switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, repeat to end.

Repeat the general pattern once (twice) more, then repeat rounds 1-7 once for Size S, and rounds 1-3 for Size M/L,then work as follows:

Decreasing Rounds for Size S:

Round 1: k 2, ssk,k2tog,k 2,switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, repeat to end. (72 sts)

Rounds 2 and 3: k to end.

Round 4: k 1,ssk, k2tog, k 7, repeat to end. (60 sts)

Rounds 5 and 6: k to end.

Round 7: ssk, k2tog, k 6, repeat to end. (48 sts)

Change to double pointed needles.

Round 8: k 2, sssk, k3tog, repeat to end.

Round 9: k 2,switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, repeat to end.

Rounds 10 and 11: k to end.

Round 12: k 3, ssk, k2tog, k 1, repeat to end. (36 sts)

Round 13: k 2, ssk, k2tog, repeat to end. (24 sts)

Round 14: sl st, *ssk, k2tog, repeat from * to last 3 sts, ssk, k the last st and the first slipped st of the same round together. (12 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) long yarn tail, pull it through all sts and tighten together. Weave in loose ends.

Decreasing Rounds for Size M/L:

Round 1: k 1,switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, k 2, ssk, k2tog, k 1, repeat to end. (84 sts)

Rounds 2 and 3: k to end.

Round 4: k 8,ssk, k2tog, repeat to end. (70 sts)

Rounds 5 - 6: k to end.

Round 7: sl st, *k 6,ssk, k2tog, repeat to last 10 sts, k 6, ssk, k the last st and the first slipped st of the same round together, then put the ring st marker at the end of the round. (56 sts)

Round 8: sssk, k3tog,k 2, repeat to end.

Change to double pointed needles.

Round 9:switch next 2 sts putting the second st in front and keeping them on left needle, (k 1, yo, k 1) into each of these 2 sts, k 2, repeat to end. (56 sts)

Rounds 10 and 11: k to end.

Round 12: k 1, ssk, k2tog, k 3, repeat to end. (42 sts)

Round 13: ssk, k2tog, k 2, repeat to end. (28 sts)

Round 14: sl st, *k2tog, ssk, repeat to last 3 sts, k2tog, k the last st and the first slipped st of the same round together through back loops. (14 sts)

Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) long yarn tail, pull it through all sts and tighten together. Weave in loose ends.