Ponderosa Hat

> **Bundle and Save with [Wool & > Pine](https://www.ravelry.com/designers/wool--pine) > Patterns! Add 3 or more to your cart > and get 20% off—no code needed.** A great cable knit hat just feels right—timeless, warm, and effortlessly wearable. Ponderosa Hat takes inspiration from its sweater and sock siblings, bringing the same plump, sculptural cables to a one-skein DK project with a classic fit. Designed for **everyone from baby to adult**, this hat features a fold-over brim for extra warmth, or wear it unfolded for a more relaxed look. The crown shaping keeps the cables flowing beautifully to the very end, whether you top it with a pom or let the texture take center stage. If you love this cable motif as much as we do, check out its debut in the [Ponderosa Sweater](https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ponderosa-10)** or its cozy transformation into Ponderosa Socks (coming soon)—a little family of classic, textured knits. We love Mer-Yak DK by Sprigs & Stone for its smooth hand and rich tonal colors, which make every cable pop. Any plump, round DK-weight yarn will bring out the details just as beautifully. **Yardage & Sizing:** - **Yarn:** DK weight, 150 (170, 190, 200, 220) yds / 137 (155, 173, 183, 202) m - **Needles:** US 5 (3.75mm) and US 6 (4.0mm) DPNs or circulars for magic loop - **Gauge (Blocked):** - 22 sts x 30 rows = 4” x 4” in stockinette - 16-st cable chart in the round = 2.5” wide **Finished Measurements:** - **To Fit Head Circumference:** 14-16” (17-18”, 18-20”, 20-22”, 23-24”) - **Suggested Sizes:** Baby (Toddler, Kids, Adult S, Adult L) ### **Construction Overview** Ponderosa Hat is worked seamlessly in the round from the brim up, featuring both charted and written instructions for the cables. The ribbed brim can be folded for a snug fit or worn unfolded for a more relaxed look. The cable pattern flows into the crown shaping, creating a smooth, well-structured finish. This quick, engaging knit is perfect for adding a classic, textured staple to your winter wardrobe. ### **Let’s Knit Together** Join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/M64Ec9yeng) to share your progress, ask questions, and connect with other knitters! #handknithat #sizeinclusive #cableknitting