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Chalet Hat + Hand Warmers
Our Chalet Hat + Hand Warmers pattern opens the door to a cozy retreat where time slows, warmth lingers, and loved ones gather. Thanks to our quick-knitting Pouf yarn—now in 7 stunning new colors—you can make the whole set in an evening or two and gift someone special their own little escape from winter’s chill.
Hat and mitts are both knit all in friendly 1×1 ribbing, easy enough to whip up while swapping stories by the fire. Knit on the dense side of Pouf‘s super bulky gauge, those ribs accumulate into fluffy channels as deep as ski tracks in fresh snow, trapping heat and keeping icy winds miles away.
Both patterns are easy-peasy and incredibly speedy gift knits you’ll return to again and again, with sizes for babies, toddlers, kids, and adults. For the hat, a simple spiral of decreases shapes a slightly elfin crown that you can either wear tall or snug by adjusting the folded cuff. The hand warmers are even easier; you just work a few rows flat to create a hole for your thumb before joining back up to knit in the round!
Pouf‘s mix of 50% alpaca and 50% fine highland wool is literally spun around air to make a wonderfully insulating, yet surprisingly lightweight, super bulky-weight yarn with a dreamy soft hand everyone will love.
Pick from Pouf‘s palette of 30 joyful colors, including 7 beautiful new ones like soft Pink Bisque, moody Purple Heath, and woodsy Twig Brown. You’ll just need two bountiful 100-gram balls to make a matching hat and hand warmers set!
When you want a beautiful, heartwarming project for snowy outings or spur-of-the-moment gifts, you’ll be so glad to cozy up with lovable Pouf and our Chalet Hat + Hand Warmers pattern!
Yarn lovers, if you adore the yarn used in this project, you’ll love exploring all of our other yarn collections! Discover over 45 thoughtfully designed yarns in nearly every natural fiber and in every spectacular color you can imagine. Only available here at Purl Soho’s online yarn store, where every skein is created with care and your creativity in mind!
Pattern designed and written by Purl Soho designer, Gianna Mueller. See even more of Gianna’s work on her Instagram!
Story written by Andrea Lotz for Purl Soho.
Want to print this pattern? On desktop, find the “print” icon in the right margin, and on mobile, scroll to the end of the pattern for it. Use the on-screen instructions to remove anything you don’t want to print!
Materials
HAT
- 1 (1, 2) ball(s) of Purl Soho’s Pouf, 50% alpaca and 50% Andean highland wool. Each ball of this super bulky-weight yarn is 108 yards/ 100 grams; approximately 75 (100, 125) total yards required. We used Pink Bisque, Pearl Blue, and Twig Brown.
- US 10 (6 mm) 12- or 16-inch circular knitting needles OR US 10, 32-inch circular needles for Magic Loop
- If using short circular needles: A set of US 10 double pointed needles
- Stitch markers, including one unique
HAND WARMERS
- 1 ball of Purl Soho’s Pouf, 50% alpaca and 50% Andean highland wool. Each ball of this super bulky-weight yarn is 108 yards/ 100 grams; approximately 40 (50, 65, 80) total yards required. We used Wheat Flour, Purple Heath, and Chestnut Red.
- A set of US 10 (6 mm) double pointed needles OR US 10, 32-inch circular needles for Magic Loop
- A stitch marker
NOTE: If you’d rather make your hat and hand warmers in the same color, you’ll need just 2 balls of Pouf for a set in any size, from Toddler to Adult Large!
GAUGE
13 stitches and 19 rounds = 4 inches in 1×1 rib, unstretched
11 stitches and 19 rounds = 4 inches in 1×1 rib, stretched
SIZES
HAT
For help choosing a hat size, check out our complete guide on How to Knit the Right Hat Size!
Baby/Toddler (Kid/Adult Small, Adult Large)
To fit actual head circumference of approximately 15–18, (19–22, 23–26) inches
- Finished Circumference: 14¾ (18½, 22¼) inches
- Finished Height: 10¾ (12, 13) inches, uncuffed
Sample: The Pink Bisque hat is the Baby/Toddler size, and the Pearl Blue and Twig Brown hats are the Kid/Adult Small size.
HAND WARMERS
Toddler (Kid, Adult Small, Adult Large)
- Finished Circumference: 5½ (6¼, 7½, 8) inches, comfortably stretching 1–2 inches
- Finished Length: 7 (8, 9, 10) inches
Sample: The Wheat Flour hand warmers are the Kid size, and the Purple Heath and Chestnut Red ones are the Adult Small size.
NOTES
DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES OR MAGIC LOOP
The Hand Warmer pattern includes instructions for working on either double pointed needles or long circular needles, using the Magic Loop method. We have tutorials for both techniques, so just pick the approach you prefer!
To help decide, visit our How To Knit With Double Pointed Needles Tutorial and our Magic Loop Tutorial.
SLIP STITCHES
Slip all slipped stitches purlwise.
LIFTED INCREASES (LLI)
LLI (Left Lifted Increase): Lift the left leg of the stitch 2 rows below the last stitch on right needle onto left needle and knit it through the back loop. [1 stitch increased]
To see this technique in action, visit our Lifted Increase Tutorial!
HAT PATTERN
BODY
Cast 48 (60, 72) stitches onto circular needles. We used a basic Long Tail Cast On.
Place unique marker and join for working in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
Round 1: *K1, p1, repeat from * to end of round.
Repeat Round 1 until piece measures 8 (8½, 8½) inches from cast-on edge.
CROWN
NOTE: If using short circular needles, change to double pointed needles when necessary.
Set-Up Round: Remove unique marker, k1, place marker (pm) for new end of round, *[p1, k1] 4 (5, 6) times, pm, repeat from * to end of round, omitting final stitch marker. [6 total stitch markers, including unique end-of-round marker]
Round 1: [*P1, k1, repeat from * to 2 stitches before next marker, knit 2 together (k2tog)] 6 times. [6 stitches decreased]
Round 2: [*P1, k1, repeat from * to 1 stitch before next marker, k1] 6 times.
Round 3: [*P1, k1, repeat from * to 3 stitches before next marker, p1, k2tog] 6 times. [6 stitches decreased]
Round 4: *P1, k1, repeat from * to end of round.
Repeat Rounds 1–4 two (3, 4) more times. [12 stitches remain]
Cut yarn and thread tail onto a tapestry needle. Thread tail through remaining stitches. Pull taut and bring tail to inside of hat to weave in.
FINISHING
Weave in ends and gently block.
HAND WARMER PATTERN
WRIST
Cast on 18 (20, 24, 26) stitches. We used a basic Long Tail Cast On. Distribute stitches evenly on 4 double pointed needles or long circulars for Magic Loop (see Notes).
Place unique marker and join for working in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
Round 1: *K1, p1, repeat from * to end of round.
Repeat Round 1 until piece measures 3½ (4½, 5, 6) inches from cast-on edge.
THUMB HOLE
NOTE: You will knit Thumb Hole flat, working back and forth in rows.
Set Up Row (right side): *K1, p1, repeat from * to end of row, remove marker, LLI (see Notes), turn work. [19 (21, 25, 27) stitches]
Row 1 (wrong side): Slip 1 (see Notes) with yarn in front, *k1, p1, repeat from * to last 2 stitches, k1, slip 1, turn work.
Row 2: *K1, p1, repeat from * to last stitch, k1, turn work.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 one (2, 3, 3) more time(s), then repeat Row 1 one more time.
Decrease Row (right side): *K1, p1, repeat from * to last 3 stitches, k1, purl 2 together, do not turn work. [18 (20, 24, 26) stitches remain]
HAND
NOTE: For Hand section, you will again work in the round, with right side facing you.
Place unique marker for beginning of round.
Round 1: *K1, p1, repeat from * to end of round.
Repeat Round 1 until piece measures 7 (8, 9, 10) inches from cast-on edge.
Bind off in stitch pattern.
FINISHING
Weave in ends. Make a second hand warmer just like the first, wet block both, and enjoy!
Share your progress and connect with the community by tagging your pics with #PurlSoho. We can’t wait to see what you make!
LEARN ABOUT POUF + ALL OUR BEAUTIFUL YARNS
Pouf makes this knitting pattern feather-light and soft as a kitten! This very special yarn is made by spinning a fluffy 50/50 mix of alpaca and wool into a hollow strand that traps a cushion of air inside, making it toasty warm and incredibly lofty. You’ll also love how it knits up into a gorgeous, textured fabric, thanks to its slightly thick-and-thin spin. Cast on with this big, beautiful ball of fun… 100 grams gives you a lot of yarn for a super bulky-weight yarn, so you’ll go far with a few!
More Free Knitting Patterns
- Be sure to explore our growing collection of Pouf knitting patterns!
More Super Bulky-Weight Yarns
- Shop our entire collection of super bulky-weight yarns
- If you want to use a different yarn, be sure to take the time to get the correct gauge. Need help? Check our All About Gauge Tutorial and our Yarn Substitution article for lots of helpful information.
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If Pouf is “wonderfully *insulting*, but surprisingly lightweight”, it does indeed sound like the perfect yarn to use for a gift – to a Frenemy. 😉 Teasing aside, thanks for another great looking quick-knit pattern.
Hi Raele,
Thanks so much for catching this! We appreciate that you took the time to read our project page so thoroughly!
We take care to write thoughtful descriptions of our yarn, but sometimes things slip through the cracks. We hope this typo gave you a laugh…and we want to assure you, there are no insults here, just beautiful insulating yarn and the imperfect humans who love it!
Kindly,
Andrea
I was looking for this patterns for ages, thank you!
Could this be done in Super Soft Merino on a 10 needle?
Hi Anne!
Thank you for your question! Yes, absolutely you can make this in Super Soft Merino on a US 10 needle. I’d just recommend giving your gauge a quick check, but it should work out beautifully!
Happy Knitting,
Megan
I would like to get that free pattern.
Hi Ginette!
Thank you for writing in! If you’re looking to access or print the free pattern, you can do that right from the pattern page. On desktop, look for the print icon in the right margin. On mobile, scroll to the very bottom of the pattern to find the print option. From there, you can use the on-screen tools to remove any sections you don’t want to include.
Warmly,
Megan
Can I use the left leaning increase (LLI) with a 2X2 stitch pattern? I’m using fingering weight yarn for the hand warmers.
Hi CG!
Thanks for your question! The original pattern uses a Left Lifted Increase (LLI), which blends very naturally into 1×1 rib. You can still use an LLI in 2×2 rib, just be sure to pay attention to the stitch pattern so it won’t interrupt the flow of your knit and purl columns. As long as you’re lifting from a knit stitch column (or wherever you need the increase to visually sit), it should work perfectly with fingering-weight yarn.
Happy Knitting,
Megan
Hi,
Is there any way to alter this pattern to make the top less pointy? Looking for a more rounded look.
Thank you,
Nancy
Hi Nancy!
Thank you for your question! Yes, you can absolutely soften the shape at the top. To get a more rounded look, simply stop the crown decreases a little earlier so you have more than 12 stitches remaining. Leaving extra stitches at the top will create a gentler curve instead of a pointed finish.
If you’d like help deciding exactly where to stop based on your size, we’re happy to walk you through it!
Warmly,
Megan
Love this ❣️
I have to say Pouf is my new favorite yarn. I just know the fringe as you go in Pouf and I am knitting the cozy up cowl for my mom. It is the yarn you think of when you start knitting that is fluffy and thick and oh so cozy. Then you start knitting and realize your life will be lived in fingering and DK which you love just in a different way.
Hi Ines!
Thank you for your lovely comment! I’m so happy you’re enjoying it, and what a perfect choice for a Cozy Up Cowl for your mom!
Happy knitting,
Megan
How long did each pattern take you?
Hi Lindsey!
Great question! It’s tough to give an exact timeframe since it really varies from knitter to knitter and depends on how much time you’re able to spend with the project each day. Some people finish in a weekend, others like to savor it over a couple of weeks. Either way, it’s a lovely project to create!
Warmly,
Megan
Beautiful Yarn. So cozy!
Hello,
I am working the hand warmer pattern and am having trouble deciphering what it means to knit the thumb hole flat. I am new to knitting so this may be very obvious. I am currently joined in the round using magic loop and am not sure how to proceed to knit flat.
Hi Christina!
Great question! “knitting flat” just means you’ll stop working in the round and start knitting back and forth in rows for the thumb. You’ll still use your magic loop needles, but instead of continuing around: Knit across the row as written, when it says “turn work,” flip your project and knit back the other direction. Repeat this turning until the thumb section is done.
If you’d like a visual or want us to check your setup, feel free to email a photo to [email protected] — happy to help!
Warmly,
Megan
I am having trouble with the thumb holes, maybe because I am knitting magic loop method. I understand turning my work but am confused when row 2 says to turn work again. Is row 2 back to right side ?
I know I am doing something wrong but can’t seem to figure it out. Thanks so much.
Kiersten
Hi Kiersten!
Great question! Yes, you’re reading it correctly: Row 2 brings you back to the right side.
When the pattern tells you to “turn work,” it literally means you flip your knitting and start working back in the other direction, just like when knitting flat. So it goes like this:
Set-Up Row – worked on the right side, then you turn
Row 1 – worked on the wrong side, then you turn
Row 2 – now you’re back on the right side, then you turn again
Even though you’re on circular needles for magic loop, during the thumb section you’re temporarily knitting flat, back and forth — so those turns are exactly what you want. Once you get past this section, you’ll join back in the round again. If you’d like, you’re always welcome to send a photo to [email protected], so we can take a look!
Warmly,
Megan
I am on row 2 of the thumb hole. The instructions say k1 p1 to the last stitch, k1 and turn work. But the 2 stitches before the last stitch are p1k1 so the last stitch would make 2 knit stitches in a row, breaking up the k1p1 pattern. What am I doing wrong? I am stuck.
Thank you for your help!
Nancy
Hi Nancy!
Thanks so much for writing in! It sounds like you may have accidentally picked up an extra stitch somewhere in this section, which would explain why the k1, p1 pattern isn’t lining up as expected at the end of the row.
If you’re able, please send us a quick photo at [email protected]. Seeing it will really help us pinpoint exactly what’s happening and get you back on track. We’re happy to take a look and help you sort it out!
Warmly,
Megan
Hello, I knitted a hat in small before Christmas and am so baffled to see the photo’s once again here. Compared to your samples, my finished hat is quite large (for context I’m a fairly tight knitter) and FLOOFY. Like, boucle-level floofy, not nearly the stitch definition or “taut” shape your samples show. Mine doesn’t at all work with the rim folded because it more rolls/coils than folds. I did *not* block — could that be the chief difference ? If so can you recommend a blocking style (full soak or light spray ?) I bought many skeins of this wool for hat gifts + a mini open cardigan (or something like that) for me so I’d love to know. Thanks very much in advance.
Hi Laurie!
Thank you for writing in! Yes, blocking can absolutely make a big difference in stitch definition and overall shape, especially with a fluffy yarn like this. I’d recommend a gentle wet block: soak the hat in warm water, gently squeeze out excess moisture in a towel (don’t wring!), then lay it flat and shape it as it dries. This should help relax the fabric and give you a smoother, more polished look.
If you’d like, feel free to send a photo to [email protected] and we’re happy to take a closer look and offer more specific suggestions. We’d love to help you get the result you’re hoping for, especially with all those lovely projects planned!
Warmly,
Megan
I already have this beautiful yarn can’t wait to start. I’ll be making it for my sister who is in hospice care right now and she is always cold. I hope this will keep her warm.
Hi Maureen,
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. What a beautiful and thoughtful gift you’re making for your sister — it will surely be filled with so much love and care. We hope it brings her comfort and warmth during this time. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any help along the way, and we’re wishing you both gentleness and peace.
Warmly,
Megan