Knitted Mosaic Tiles Hat

Introducing the Knitted Mosaic Tiles Hat, a unique and stylish accessory that will add a touch of elegance to any outfit. This hat is not your ordinary headwear; it is a masterpiece crafted with love and attention to detail. The intricate mosaic pattern, created using various knitting techniques, gives this hat a mesmerizing and eye-catching appeal. The combination of different colors and textures adds depth and dimension, making it a true work of art. This hat is a testament to the skill and creativity of the artisan who meticulously knitted each tile to perfection. The soft and cozy texture of the hat ensures comfort and warmth, making it ideal for those chilly winter days. Whether you're strolling through the city streets or attending a social gathering, the Knitted Mosaic Tiles Hat will be your go-to accessory, adding a touch of sophistication and charm to your ensemble.

Skill level: Intermediate

Materials:

• Yarn: Alize Superlana Maxi, 25% wool, 75% acrylic, 3.53 oz (100 g), 109 yards (100 m), in the following colors and quantities: yellow 488 (1 skein), and gray 21 (1 skein).
• Circular knitting needles, 24" (60 cm) long, sizes US 10 (6 mm), US 11 (8 mm).
• Double pointed needles (DPNs) set, size US 11 (8 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Sizes and measurements:

• One Size: head circumference = 20"- 22.2" (50- 57 cm), hat height = 8.5" (21.5 cm).

Yardage: 80- 82 yards (73- 75 m), approx.

Gauge: 14 sts and 18 rounds = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in rib pattern and 6 mm knitting needles.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• sl st: slip stitch purl-wise.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• s2s1ktog: slip two sts as if to knit them together, slip the third one knit-wise, knit the three sts together through back loops (centered double decrease). 

Instructions:

With gray yarn and size US 10 (6 mm) circular knitting needles, cast on 60 sts. Join in the round.

Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, then work as follows:

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

Repeat the rib round five more times. Change to size US 11 (8 mm) circular needles and yellow yarn, knit the first two rounds of the general pattern as follows:

General pattern:

Round 1: (k 5, sl st 1, k 6), repeat to end.

Round 2 and every even numbered round: p the k sts and slip the slipped sts with yarn to back.

Round 3: with gray yarn, *(sl st, k 1) twice, k 4, (sl st, k 1) twice, repeat from * to end.

Round 5: with yellow yarn, *(k 3, sl st 1) twice, k 4, repeat from * to end.

Round 7: with gray yarn, *sl st 1, k 3, sl st 1 , k 1, repeat from * to end.

Round 9: with yellow yarn, *k 1, sl st 1, k 7, sl st 1, k 2, repeat from * to end.

Round 11: with gray yarn, *k 2, (sl st, k 1) four times, k 2, repeat from * to end.

Round 13: with yellow yarn, *k 11, sl st 1, repeat from * to end.

Round 15: with gray yarn, repeat round 11.

Round 17: with yellow yarn, repeat round 9.

Round 19: with gray yarn, repeat round 7.

Round 21: with yellow yarn, repeat round 5.

Round 23: with gray yarn, repeat round 3.

Round 24: repeat round 2.

Decreasing rounds with the general pattern:

With yellow yarn repeat the first two rounds of the general pattern.

Round 3: with gray yarn, *(sl st, k 1) twice, s2s1ktog, k 1, (sl st, k 1) twice, repeat from * to end. (50 sts)

Round 5: with yellow yarn, *k 3, (sl st 1, k 1) twice, k 3, repeat from * to end.

Round 7: with gray yarn, *sl st 1, k 2, s2s1ktog, k 2, sl st 1 , k 1, repeat from * to end. (40 sts)

Round 9: with yellow yarn, *(k 1, sl st 2) twice, k 2, repeat from * to end. Cut yellow yarn, and work the remaining rounds with gray yarn.

Round 11: (k 2, s2s1ktog, k 3), repeat to end. (30 sts)

Round 12: p to end.

Round 13: (k 1, s2s1ktog, k 2), repeat to end. (20 sts)

Round 14: p to end.

Round 15: s2s1ktog, k 1, repeat to end. (10 sts)

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