Skeppe Hat

Skeppe Hat by Truly Myrtle

What is Being Made

The Skeppe Hat is a classic knitted hat designed by Libby Jonson and offered by Truly Myrtle Designs. This relaxed, slouchy hat features a distinctive flat crown construction and is knitted in the round from the brim upward. The design is ideal for the adventurous beginner knitter, offering an accessible introduction to hat construction while incorporating an eye-catching decorative element.

Knitting Techniques

The Skeppe Hat employs several fundamental knitting techniques suitable for beginner-level crafters. The hat is constructed using the in-the-round knitting method, which creates seamless cylindrical fabric ideal for hat construction. A key technique featured in this design is the tassel stitch, which creates visual interest through a simple method that requires no extra needles—a beginner-friendly approach to textured stitch work. The pattern includes both written and charted instructions, accommodating different learning preferences. Optional tassels are added as finishing details using a twisted cord attachment method, with complete tassel instructions provided in the pattern.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch pattern is the tassel stitch, which forms the main visual feature of the hat. This stitch pattern is worked over 12 stitches and measures 1¾ inches wide by 2¾ inches high per repeat. The tassel stitch creates dimensional texture while remaining accessible to beginner knitters due to its straightforward execution without requiring additional tools or complex techniques.

Materials Required

The Skeppe Hat is worked in worsted weight yarn, a medium-weight yarn suitable for quick, satisfying projects. The pattern requires specific needle sizes to achieve proper gauge:

• Size US 6/4mm circular needle, 16 inches long (for ribbed brim)
• Size US 8/5mm circular needle, 16 inches long (for main pattern)
• Size US 8/5mm set of double-pointed needles (for crown shaping)
• One stitch marker for tracking round beginnings
• Optional tassel materials: cardboard rectangle (2 inches by 1½ inches) and crochet hook

Needle sizes may be adjusted as needed to obtain the correct gauge. The recommended gauge is 26 stitches and 29 rounds over 4 inches in the tassel stitch pattern when worked on size US 8/5mm needles, measured at the base of the tassel stitch.

Pattern Details

This downloadable PDF pattern is formatted to serve knitters of varying experience levels within the beginner category. The inclusion of both written instructions and charted visual guides makes the pattern accessible to those who prefer either format. The hat's construction progresses logically from brim to crown, with the flat crown design contributing to the relaxed, slouchy aesthetic that characterizes the finished garment. The optional tassel finishing adds a personalized touch while remaining completely optional for crafters who prefer a simpler silhouette.