Ribbed Hat and Scarf Set

This ribbed hat and scarf set is a perfect project for beginners. It's simple yet stylish, and the ribbing provides great stretch and warmth. The set features a soothing color palette with a light blue hat and a bold blue scarf, making it both fashionable and practical.

Materials

• Yarn: 100g of worsted weight yarn in light blue for the hat and 200g in vibrant blue for the scarf.
• Needles: US Size 8 (5mm) straight needles for the hat and US Size 10 (6mm) straight needles for the scarf.
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
• Scissors.

Gauge

For the ribbed pattern, 18 stitches = 4 inches in ribbing (stretched).

Abbreviations

• k: knit
• p: purl
• st(s): stitch(es)
• RS: right side
• WS: wrong side
• rep: repeat
• BO: bind off
• CO: cast on

Instructions

Hat

1. CO 80 sts using light blue yarn.
2. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist your stitches.
3. Work in ribbing pattern (k1, p1) for 12 rounds, or until desired length.
4. Begin decreasing as follows:
• Round 1: (k6, k2tog) around.
• Round 2: (k5, k2tog) around.
• Round 3: (k4, k2tog) around.
• Round 4: (k3, k2tog) around.
• Round 5: (k2, k2tog) around.
• Round 6: (k1, k2tog) around.
• Round 7: k2tog around until 8 sts remain.
• Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Thread through remaining stitches and pull tight. Secure the end.
5. Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Scarf

1. CO 30 sts using vibrant blue yarn.
2. Work in ribbing pattern (k2, p2) for 12 inches.
3. Continue in ribbing for another 60 inches or desired length.
4. BO all stitches loosely.
5. Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle.

Your cozy ribbed hat and scarf are now complete! Wear them proudly or gift them to a friend. Enjoy your knitting!