Knitted Butterfly Eyelet Hat

Step into a world of whimsy and charm with our exquisite Butterfly Eyelet Hat. Crafted with love and care, this hat is a true work of art. Delicate and intricate, it features a stunning butterfly design that will captivate all who lay eyes on it. The hat is expertly knitted, ensuring a cozy and comfortable fit for any head size. This hat is a perfect blend of style and functionality, designed to keep you warm while adding a touch of elegance to your outfit. The eyelet pattern creates a mesmerizing butterfly motif, making it a unique and eye-catching accessory. Crafted with the utmost care, this hat is made to last, ensuring you can enjoy its beauty for years to come. Whether you're strolling through a winter wonderland or simply want to make a fashion statement, our Knitted Butterfly Eyelet Hat is the perfect choice.

Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash (100% Superwash Wool; 220 yards [200 meters]/100 grams); #1940 Peach – one skein (color A) and #910A Winter White - one skein (color B)

The pattern. Cute little eyelets, eh?

Needles: One 16" circular needle in size US 5, one 16" circular needle in size US 7, one set of double-pointed needles (dpns), also in size US 7

Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker

Gauge: 20 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette on size 7 needles

So let's make a hat! First, then, using your size 5 needle and your color A yarn, cast on 112 stitches, place marker, and join in round. Then we'll knit the following ribbing row to get started:

Ribbing Row: using color A, * k2, p2; rep from *

Knit this ribbing row until ribbing measures roughly 1.5". Transfer work to your size US 7 circular needle and, continuing to use color A, knit two rows around. Now we'll begin the main pattern, and it goes as follows:

Row 1: using color A, * k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k10 *

Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, & 20: using color A, knit, working (p1, k1) in each double yo (which only occur in rows 3, 7, 13, & 17; for all other rows, you needn't worry about this part of the instruction)

Row 3: using color A, * k2tog, yo, k2tog, (yo) twice, ssk, yo, ssk, k8 *

Row 5: using color A, * (yo, ssk) twice, (k2tog, yo) twice, k8 *

Row 7: using color A, * k2tog, yo, k2tog, (yo) twice, ssk, yo, ssk, k8 *

Row 9: using color A, * k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k10 *

Row 11: using color A, * k10, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2 *

Row 13: using color A, * k8, k2tog, yo, k2tog, (yo) twice, ssk, yo, ssk *

Row 15: using color A, * k8, (yo, ssk) twice, (k2tog, yo) twice *

Row 17: using color A, * k8, k2tog, yo, k2tog, (yo) twice, ssk, yo, ssk *

Row 19: using color A, * k10, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2 *

Rows 21 - 40: using color B, repeat rows 1 - 20.

Knit rows 1 - 40. And once that's done, we'll begin our decreases, which go as follows:
Decrease Row 1: using color A, knit
Decrease Row 2: using color A, * k25, k3tog * (104 stitches)

Decrease Row 3: using color A, knit
Decrease Row 4: using color A, * k23, k3tog * (96 stitches)
Decrease Row 5: using color A, * k21, k3tog * (88 stitches)
Decrease Row 6: using color A, * k19, k3tog* (80 stitches)

You may want to switch to your dpns about now...
Decrease Row 7: using color A, * k17, k3tog* (72 stitches)
Decrease Row 8: using color A, * k15, k3tog * (64 stitches)
Decrease Row 9: using color A, * k13, k3tog * (56 stitches)
Decrease Row 10: using color A, * k11, k3tog * (48 stitches)
Decrease Row 11: using color A, * k9, k3tog * (40 stitches)
Decrease Row 12: using color A, * k7, k3tog * (32 stitches)
Decrease Row 13: using color A, * k5, k3tog * (24 stitches)
Decrease Row 14: using color A, * k3, k3tog * (16 stitches)
Decrease Row 15: using color A, * k1, k3tog * (8 stitches)

Clip yarn tail, thread through final 8 stitches, and pull tight. Thread to inside of hat and knot. Tuck in ends and, if desired, block.