If you’re a beginner, knitting a hat is a good way to learn a few new skills in a manageable way. Hats are generally small projects, and when you combine that with bulky yarn, you have something you can knit in a few evenings…or less! For more experienced knitters, you’ll also find designs and techniques that will grow and expand your knowledge. That makes these hat patterns a good way to practice those skills before using them in larger projects. When you’re looking to make a knitted gift, craft for charity, or add some warmth to your winter wardrobe, you’ll love knitting from the free designs in this list. And as a bonus, some are so easy that once you learn them, you’ll be able to knit them right off the top of your head! The Everyone Hat Pattern from Brooklyn Craft Company Conversationalist Hat Pattern from The Plucky Knitter Marley Beanie Pattern from The Blue Elephants Triangle Rib Baby Hat Pattern from Hands Occupied Ramsey Hat Pattern from Lion Brand Rafa’s Hat Pattern from Joji Locatelli on Ravelry Barley Light Hat Pattern from Tin Can Knits Serendipitous Hat Pattern from Dawn Henderson on Ravelry Fairisle Gradient Hat Pattern from Paintbox Yarns Corrugated Hat and Cowl from Purl Soho Slouchy Waffle Knit Hat Pattern from Sheep & Stitch Freshwater Beanie Pattern from Berroco Brioche Cables Hat Pattern from Mary Maxim Rainbow Ridges Hat Pattern from Lion Brand Strawberry Seeds Baby Hat Pattern from Knitting With Chopsticks
