I designed this Batman-inspired hat for my superhero-loving son. He has a big head so this I would consider a youth small. It is easy to adjust up or down in size in increments of four, to accommodate the double rib.
Materials
Cascade 220 (Dark Blue, Gold, Black)
#7 circular needles
#7 double pointed needles
Gauge
5 stitches to the inch on #7
Cast On
The hat begins knit flat by casting on 96 stitches with the dark blue base color; K2P2 rib for eight (8) rows. Next, knit three (3) rows in stockinette to start the body of the hat.
Intarsia Batman Sign
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Switch to circular needles, begin pattern rows in intarsia following chart (28 stitches wide). Center pattern by starting the gold on the 43 stitch, or center pattern on midway point. Knit this section back and forth as a flat knit.
Once intarsia section is complete, join the work in the round on the DP needles and continue knitting with dark blue until hat measures 7.5 inches (19 cm) from cast-on edge.
Finishing the Crown
To finish the crown and form the ears you will use a combination of kitchener stitch across the crown center and knitted cast off (three needle cast-off) at each end.
While still on the double-pointed needles, fold the hat in half front-to-back. Starting at the left side you will transfer your stitches onto regular straight needles, ending with two parallel needles of stitches with the needle pointing towards the right, ready for joining.
Do a knitted cast-off* of the first 11 stitches. Next, kitchener the center 26 stitches together. Transfer the final 11 stitches onto double-pointed needles and working from the left side in, do a knitted cast-off. Bind off.
To Finish Ears
Fold the cast off section so it is perpendicular to the kitchener seam. Using a tapestry needle, sew through the cast off seam, about 3 or 4 stitches up, to join it to the outside edge of the ear. Next sew the inside 4 knitted cast-off stitches to the adjacent top seam of the hat to secure ears upright. Repeat for other ear.
Sew seam up back of the body section and weave ends in to finish.
* Knitted cast-off: With two parallel straight needles containing stitches, you use a third needle to start the stitch through the first stitch on each needle and complete a regular knit stitch. After you knit two stitches in this manner you pass the first stitch over the second stitch to cast-off.
Hello,
Do you still have this pattern? My son is Batman crazed and I'd love to knit him a Batman hat.
Thanks so much.
Posted by: Grace | November 04, 2013 at 12:09 PM
I'm probably being daft but I can't find the chart for the batman logo. Please help! x
Posted by: Nia Kirwin | November 08, 2013 at 05:27 AM
Can you please send me this pattern? I would love to make this for my crazy for Batman grandson for Christmas. Thanks!
Posted by: Jeannefil | November 12, 2013 at 07:26 AM
Please send me the PDF pattern of the batman hat. It's perfect for my nephew. Many thanks!
Posted by: Deb H. | November 13, 2013 at 02:30 PM
I would love to have the PDF pattern for the Batman hat! Thank you!
Posted by: Barbara | November 15, 2013 at 05:21 PM
Greetings,
could you please send me a PDF also.
Many thanks.
Posted by: Betty | November 16, 2013 at 04:20 PM
I don't see the Intarsia chart for the Batman hat. My 15 year old would LOVE this. (I do plan to make the hat bigger). WOuld you mind sending me the intarsia chart? he would be thrilled with this hat. Thanks !
Posted by: Stacy | November 19, 2013 at 02:37 PM
My nephew would love this hat. Can I get the PDF please. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this out!
Posted by: Kate | November 19, 2013 at 04:29 PM
Could I also receive a copy of the PDF ? This is a sweet hat for a superhero!
Posted by: Debbie Ferguson | November 21, 2013 at 01:27 AM
Hi How do I get the pattern for this fab batman hat?
Posted by: Brigid Haran | November 21, 2013 at 10:28 AM
Hi Where can I get the chart for the logo please? Who do I need to write to as I havent recieved an answer to my recent query posted here?
Posted by: Brigid Haran | November 23, 2013 at 11:01 AM
This is adorable! I'll love to have the pattern, thanks! :)
Posted by: Lis | November 23, 2013 at 10:34 PM
Hi!
I want to knit this hat for my son, but I can't find the intarsia chart for the batman symbol. Is it posted elsewhere?
Thanks!
Susan
Posted by: Susan | November 25, 2013 at 07:45 AM
Hello, you did such a wonderful job on this pattern, may I also have the PDF to spread the love? :)
Thank you!
I also messaged you on ravelry, if that's any easier.
Posted by: Brittney T | November 25, 2013 at 09:27 AM
would appreciate the PDF for the batman hat. Thank you
Posted by: mary | November 26, 2013 at 05:42 AM