Mailman hat patterned

The iconic mailman hat! Here's a simple pattern to create a classic mailman-style hat:

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn (approx. 100-150 yards)
• US Size 8 (4mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge: 20 stitches x 30 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch

Pattern:

Body of the Hat:

1. Cast on 44 stitches.
2. Knit 2 rows.
3. Row 1: K2, p1, k1, rep from , end k2.
4. Row 2: Purl, working the purl stitches as they come.
5. Repeat Rows 1-2 until the piece measures 8 inches (20 cm) from the cast-on edge.

Brim:

1. K2tog every row until 10 stitches remain.
2. Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch (15 cm) tail.
3. Use the tail to sew the brim seam.

Crown:

1. Pick up the remaining 10 stitches from the brim seam.
2. Knit 2 rows.
3. Row 1: K2, p1, k1, rep from , end k2.
4. Row 2: Purl, working the purl stitches as they come.
5. Repeat Rows 1-2 until the piece measures 2 inches (5 cm) from the brim seam.
6. Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch (15 cm) tail.
7. Use the tail to sew the crown seam.

Finishing:

1. Weave in ends.
2. Block the hat to shape.

Tips:

• Use a stretchy cast-on method, such as the long-tail cast-on, to ensure a comfortable fit.
• You can adjust the size of the hat by changing the number of stitches cast on.
• To add a bit of texture, you can add a simple cable or ribbing pattern to the body of the hat.
• If you prefer a more relaxed fit, you can add a few more stitches to the cast-on.

That's it! With this pattern, you should be able to create a classic mailman-style hat. Happy knitting!