Knitted men's hats are no less loved than women's. They are more comfortable and democratic compared to felt or fur hats. What do men value? Right! Convenience and practicality. In addition, recently there are more and more stylish, non-standard ideas for men's knitting. One of these new products is a beanie hat for men. They are knitted in different patterns: with braids, arans, smooth, elastic. But all models have one feature - a slightly elongated shape, hanging from the back. It can easily be turned into a flap hat to keep you warm in winter. Let's look at several styles of knitted men's beanie hats.
Fashionable and simple men's beanie hats knitted. Beginner's Guide
At the beginning of the article, I will tell you step by step the general principle of knitting hats, according to which you can knit any hat with knitting needles. Then several styles of men's hats will be presented.
Beginner's Guide
1. Choose yarn. Find out your man’s color preferences, and also see for yourself which tone will suit your existing wardrobe. Focus on the time of year for which you want to knit a headdress. If it is for winter, then take a thicker thread, if for spring or autumn - thinner. Most men don’t really like models made from large yarn, but you know better...
2. The package with yarn indicates the number of knitting needles suitable for it. You can choose straight or circular knitting needles for a seamless project.
3. When you decide on the style, knit a sample from a small number of loops. Pull it just a little, because the finished product stretches a little. Measure how many loops correspond to how many centimeters.
Let's say you need to knit a men's hat for a head volume of 58 cm. The sample has the following measurements: 20 loops = 9 cm.
Then we solve the example: 20 * 58 / 9 = 128p.
If your hat does not have an elastic band, then this is the number of loops you need to cast on. If the model has an elastic band, then in order for it to fit tightly around the head, you need to subtract 10-15% from this number of loops and switch to smaller knitting needles. Those. in our case, I would cast on 110-115 stitches. And in the last row of the elastic or in the first pattern, add these stitches evenly. Read more about the correct calculation of hat loops here.
4. The length of a regular men's hat is approximately 26-29cm. And if you want to knit a beanie model, then the length should be 32-33cm.
5. 4-5cm before the top, proceed to decorating the crown. There are many different ways. The simplest: visually or with markers (special pins, sold in handicraft stores) divide the knitting into 4 parts. In each front row, decrease 1 stitch in these 4 places until 10-15 stitches remain. Pull them together with a working thread and fasten them tightly.
As you can see, nothing complicated!
Crochet
You can knit a hat for a man not only with knitting needles, but also with crochet. The process may seem more complicated, however, by following the description and understanding the diagram, you can create a beautiful product with soul.
Hook selection
The right tool is the key to beautiful work. Hooks can be long or short, depending on the type of knitting. You can find hooks made of metal, plastic, or combinations. The universal and most convenient hooks are made of steel. They do not smear the yarn, do not break, and are available in any size. The hook should be matched to the threads so that the product turns out neat and even.
Thin tools make the knitting tighter and vice versa. The sharp head can snag and separate the yarn fibers.
One of the selection methods is according to the table according to the length of the yarn. The shorter the thread per 100 g, the larger the hook size. You can select the hook manually: you need to tighten the thread in the recess of the tool head. The thread should fit in the beard without leaving any space or protruding.
Yarn selection
Crochet threads are selected based on the type of product and pattern. It is better to knit a sweater from a combination of thin and elastic threads to avoid an allergic reaction, and for accessories you can choose bright synthetic threads. The yarn should be uniform in thickness and strong.
Strongly twisted thread is not recommended; it will distort the pattern. If you want to use multi-colored or shaped material, the pattern does not have to be complex.
Men's beanie hat in stockinette stitch on circular knitting needles.
Look at this completely simple, yet stylish and fashionable beanie hat style.
Let's start with it! An excellent male option for beginner craftswomen.
We will need Sensational yarn from Fibranatura 100% wool 83m/50g or similar with the same parameters. Consumption 100 grams. Stocking needles No. 4,5. Hat size 57-59cm. Sample density: 14p = 8.5cm
How to knit a beanie hat in stockinette stitch for a man? 1. Cast on 88 stitches on circular needles, close them in a circle, distributing them 22 stitches per needle. 2. Knit straight with knit stitches in the round. Because We don’t have an elastic band, but the stockinette stitch curls up on its own, forming a nice roll. We knit a length of 28-29cm. 3. We begin to reduce the crown. If you are working on 5 knitting needles, then the starting point or the end of the knitting needles will be your reference point. If on circular knitting needles, then divide the knitting into 4 parts and place markers. This way you won’t make a mistake where you need to decrease the loops.
The reduction scheme is as follows:
Without tying 3p. to the end on each knitting needle: knit these 3 stitches like this - 2 together behind the back wall, k1. At the beginning of each knitting needle: knit 1, knit 2 together behind the front wall. Do this in each of the 4 sections through a row. When 10-12 stitches remain, transfer them to the auxiliary thread and pull tightly. Pull the thread inside out and hide the tip between the loops.
Option with dryers and visor
This is also a ushanka, but in a modern form. With the required volume of 58-59 cm, take 100 g of medium-density yarn. In addition, you will need a number 4 hook and straight needles of the same number. The ideal pattern for such a model would be a garter stitch pattern, when all rows are knitted from the front side.
Understanding the order of work becomes easier with a description. Knitted hats for men are much easier to make than they seem. For a model with ears, work does not begin according to the standard algorithm. Cast on 12 sts, then knit, adding 1 st in each new row. The result should be 20 points.
Following this, 15 rubles are knitted. straight fabric. Put the work aside and knit the second “ear” in the same way. Cast on 22 stitches, which will be used to create the visor of the hat. They should be knitted in garter stitch, adding 2 stitches on each side. This must be done 4 times. You will end up with 30 p.
Subsequently, 24 rows are cast on using straight knitting. Everything is transferred to a single knitting needle, after which 20 stitches of one “ear” should be knitted. To make the back part of the hat, cast on 16 sts. For the second element you will need 20 sts. The part on which the visor is located will require 30 sts. In total you will get 86 sts. Knit 36 rows straight, after which 7 sts are removed in each second .evenly.
When a total of 20 stitches remain, they need to be knitted together in 2 pieces. Those that remain are pulled together, the thread is brought out inside out and fixed. The outer parts of the visor are sewn and crocheted with the so-called crawfish step. These are single crochets, but they are carried out in the opposite direction, that is, from left to right.
Beanies in short rows
A style for stylish men and young guys. Look at the photo of the famous American singer Ville Vallo wearing a beanie hat with short rows. Looks great!
On my website, such a hat has already been sorted out, only for women. But the beauty of the model is that it is a unisex style. It will suit girls and boys. You can connect two: for yourself and for him, and change!
Knitting short rows in garter stitch for a beanie is not entirely easy, but read the description carefully and you will understand.
For a detailed pattern of knitting a hat, how to calculate and knit shortened rows, see here.
Who likes to watch video master classes:
Selection of knitting needles and yarn
The yarn needs to be warm. That’s the point of a hat—to keep you warm. The exception is demi-season products; they should not be so warm. Also, to ensure that the product does not turn out to be very thin, it should be made from double thread or thicker fiber . Various emblems and applications on the finished product are welcome.
Knitting needles that will fit are the corresponding number of tools. As far as the model of knitting needles goes, you can knit with circular knitting needles, hosiery knitting needles, and even regular straight knitting needles. It all depends on the model of the product itself: double, with a lapel, for small men - with a pompom.
Important! If the hat is knitted on straight knitting needles, then you will need to add several stitches to the total number of stitches for the side seam.
Fashionable hat for men with an elastic band 2 by 2
This style is also called the Beckham hat. Knitting it with knitting needles is not difficult. As a name, this is new for 2021, but the model, which was previously simply called elastic, has been known for a long time. A common type of headdress loved by men.
Why I like men's hats - one evening and you're done!
Beckham in a beanie hat
So let's get started! We will make beanies for men's sizes 55-58cm from Sport yarn (50% wool, 50% acrylic) 90m/50g. Consumption 100 grams. Knitting needles No. 3, No. 3.5. Beanie knitting pattern: k2, p2. In the wrong row - according to the drawing. Density: 21p = 10cm.
- We cast on 114 sts on needles No. 3, knit with an elastic pattern of 5-7 cm.
2 Then we continue with the same pattern, only on knitting needles No. 3.5. This is necessary so that the base of the cap is denser, it will fit better and will not stretch when worn.
After 30cm from the start of knitting, it is necessary to form the crown:
Decrease row 1: * K2, P2 together. * repeat from * to * 2 persons. On the needles 86p. 2, 3, 4 rows: according to the pattern 5 rows: 2 knits, * 2 knits at once, 1 purl. * until the end of 1 persons. The remainder is 58 sts. The elastic band becomes 1 X 1 6, 7, 8 rows: according to the figure 9 rows: all loops are two together. 10 rubles: according to the picture 11 rubles: two together. Transfer the remaining loops to the working thread and pull off. Sew the back seam.
In the same way, you can make a model with an elastic band one by one or three by three. The principle is the same.
6 options for men's hats with 2 by 2 elastic.
Good luck zigzag hat video tutorials
The cold weather has arrived, which means it's time to warm your body. And the head also needs reliable protection. A warm knitted hat is perfect for this. And our article presents the “Zigzag of Luck” hat: video lessons and a detailed description of the elastic pattern. This information will help you easily understand the structure and sequence of the manufacturing process.
A knitted men's hat is a comfortable, stylish item of clothing that emphasizes individuality. Modern men have begun to pay more attention to what they wear. Tastes vary. Many young people prefer a restrained, classic style. And some older men choose ultra-fashionable models of hats.
We also include some video materials that may also be useful to you.
Video selection
A loving woman is ready to do a lot for the sake of her man, especially on the eve of some holiday. And as you know, the best gift is something you made with your own hands.
In the scope of this article, we will show a master class on how to make a fashionable, cozy and warm surprise for your loved one - knitting a “Zigzag of Good Luck” hat. This is a stylish, discreet model with a geometric pattern.
Men appreciated this headdress. After all, this is not a very flashy model, but thanks to the interesting pattern, it will not get lost in the crowd. It lacks excessive finishing and is made in one color.
Corresponds to fashion trends towards minimalism.
Description of the creation process
We invite you to watch the video lessons. They describe in detail the entire knitting process, row by row. Some nuances of the process are also outlined.
lessons are divided into two parts. The first describes casting on stitches and creating a patent elastic. It is necessary to take into account that when knitting it, the yarn over must be done “on your own”.
A method for creating the zigzag pattern itself is also presented. It must be repeated 2 times. This height should be enough for a standard head size. The hat will cover your forehead and ears, reliably protecting them from the cold.
If you find it easier to focus your work on printed text, then read the job description below. Here you can see not only the option of a hat with subsequent stitching. It is proposed to consider the option of circular knitting. Because of this, the product will have no seams, and the structure of the pattern will be more uniform.
What yarn should I use?
For such a hat, both woolen thread and the addition of acrylic are suitable. From the cheaper category, 100% acrylic yarn is suitable. Colors for men are usually chosen in dark shades: black, blue, green, etc. Here, as they say, according to your taste and capabilities. Choose the thickness of the thread yourself, but aim for approximately 200 - 240 meters per 100g.
Knitting needles needed for work
Two types of knitting needles are used: No. 3 and No. 4. Some craftsmen use slightly larger knitting needles. But everyone agrees that the main part is knitted with 3 mm needles, and the top (regular elastic) with 4 mm needles. When knitting in circles, a larger number of knitting needles are used.
How to calculate the required number of loops?
The number of loops is determined based on the volume of the head. For example, for a girth of 58 cm, the required number is 80 loops including edge loops. If the volume is larger or smaller, you need to proceed from the fact that the length of the cast-on loops should be less than the volume of the head so that the hat sits tightly on the base.
It is important to note!
- The pattern turns out to be quite loose, so you need to knit it very tightly. To increase density, it is recommended to use knitting needles of a smaller diameter.
- For a good result, it is necessary to knit a control sample.
It should be washed in liquid powder. After drying, you need to check how the size has changed. In the future, when setting up loops for the product itself, you need to take these changes into account. Since after washing, things knitted with such a pattern tend to stretch. - To make the hat even warmer, you can make it double.
Pattern – patent elastic band “Zigzag”
The use of this pattern is intended not only for creating hats. It can also be used to make scarves, sweaters, dresses and skirts. Try combining it with another knitting technique. This will add interesting notes to the product and make your item unique. The pattern diagram is shown below.
Deep hat for men knitted 2018
This version of a knitted hat is also called a bag hat.
It is quite deep, stylish, fashionable. We will knit from Mocha yarn from CEAM (52% wool, 48% acrylic) 85m/50 grams. Consumption 100 grams. Knitting needles No. 3, No. 4.
The base of the hat is a 2 X 2 elastic band. How to knit it is described in the previous knitting pattern.
Using knitting needles No. 3, cast on 84 stitches and knit 11 cm with an elastic band.
Switch to needles No. 4, evenly add 12 stitches, and distribute the pattern as follows: 1 cr., 3 p., * 6 knits., 6 purl., * repeat 7 times, 6 knits., 3 p., 1 cr.
Next, knit according to the pattern:
After 25-26 cm from the beginning of the beanie, start decreasing the loops to form the crown . To do this, in the knit row, make decreases in the sectors between the braids. At the beginning and end of each sector. A total of 12 loops will decrease. In the third row, repeat the decreases, and knit 2 together before and after the edges. 70p left. In the fifth, decrease 2p at the beginning and end of each braid. In the seventh and ninth: all loops are 2 together. Pull the remaining ones tightly and secure.
Knitted beanie for men
Pay attention to the blue hat, this is also a beanie model.
I will not attach a step-by-step knitting pattern here, because it is knitted in exactly the same way as the previous model. You can safely use all the calculations. One difference: where the pattern with braids begins in that model, here you need to knit with the Putanka pattern. Putanka drawing diagram:
A completely simple striped hat Video for beginners
Let's learn how to knit a beanie stocking with circular knitting needles
Some people call this headdress a classic, others a stocking.
You can knit it not high, almost to the head. Or an elongated beanie style. I will try to explain both options. To knit a beanie, take Air Mix yarn from Drops (70% alpaca, 7% wool, 23% polyamide) 150m/50g. The yarn is soft, very pleasant and does not prick at all. Consumption for a hat is 70 grams with a size of 58 cm.
We will knit the cap of the stocking using stockinette stitch, and the base using 1 x 1 rib stitch. Circular knitting needles No. 2.5, No. 3. The density of the front surface is 24p = 10cm.
On knitting needles No. 2.5, cast on 170 stitches. and knit 4.5 cm with an elastic band (knit 1, purl 1) Then go to needles No. 3 and continue knitting in stockinette stitch (knit on the right side, purl on the wrong side)
So knit to the height: if you want a low stocking, then 22-23cm; for long stockings – 26-27cm.
Then we knit the crown: Divide all the loops into 7 equal parts with markers. These are the marks where we will decrease. Decrease 2 together in front of the marker, not in each row, but every other row. When 30-40 stitches remain, knit everything two at a time. Pull and secure the remaining ones.
Youth sock cap
It only takes a few evenings to make such a youth model. You can use different yarn options. Accordingly, you will get autumn-spring and warmer models of hats for winter. If the latter option is chosen, you can, as an addition, knit a scarf from thick yarn with a braid pattern. If the volume of the head is 60 cm, you can make the height of the hat at 25 cm. What is required in this case:
- yarn - 50 g;
- straight or circular knitting needles No. 2.5 and No. 3.
It is necessary to follow the algorithm of actions in accordance with the diagrams and descriptions of men's hats. You can use knitting needles to create a straight fabric, which is later sewn together. An alternative option is a circular scheme. 94 stitches are cast on, after which they begin knitting with straight fabric. Its height is 18 cm.
Decrease on the next row. 21 loops are knitted with an elastic band, the next 2 loops are cast on one at a time according to the pattern. Repeat the manipulation with a decrease, then knit 44 sts with an elastic band. Decrease again. Following this, the patterns are repeated until the end of the row. Decrease should continue on each front row for 6-7 cm. Then knit all even loops from the next 2 rows. In total, no more than 12 stitches remain. They are pulled together, after which the product is sewn together on the wrong side.
The lapel is a favorite men's style.
Beanie with a lapel
Basically, all men love hats with a lapel. Only in the beanie style this cap is made longer. And all the science!
Size 56-58cm. Yarn LanaGold 240 (50% wool, 50% acrylic) 240m/100g. Consumption 120 grams. Circular knitting needles No. 4,5. The main pattern is elastic 2*2. The same calculation is also suitable for a hat with a 1 X 1 elastic band, if you like this style better. Density 16p = 10cm. Cast on 96 sts on the needles and close them in a circle. Knit 25-27cm with an elastic band.
We begin to knit the crown. 1st row – purl all rows in twos together. 72p left. 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 – according to the drawing. Row 5 – all knit stitches, two together. On the needles 48 sts. 7, 9 – all loops 2 at once. We tighten and fasten the remaining 12 stitches, pull the tip to the wrong side and hide it between the loops.
Basic moments
A winter hat for men is not only a wardrobe item designed to protect against the cold, but also a fashionable item of clothing. Today you have the opportunity to choose from a large number of available models. Most often, craftswomen knit the following options:
- bag;
- stocking;
- sock;
- hats with ears;
- models with pompom;
- hats with a visor.
The chosen pattern must be studied carefully so that the finished product is well connected and fits in size. If desired, a scarf can also be knitted as an addition to the hat. When choosing a specific pattern, you need to consider:
- type of yarn;
- experience and skill of a knitter;
- the opinion of the future owner of the product.
There are patterns that stretch when worn. It is better to prepare the sample before starting work by soaking it in water and then stretching it. After this, you need to leave it in a free position. When the product dries, you can judge the appropriate knitting density and what number of loops will be optimal.
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