Knitting patterns · Hats · Children
Santa Hat – yarn and yarn alternatives
by PetiteKnit
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Tools
- 3 and 3,5 mm circular needles (40 cm), 3,5 mm double-pointed needles or a circular needle for magic loop. Optional: 0,5 m of soft elastic, 2 cm wide.
- Gauge
- 23 sts x 31 rnds = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch
Which yarn do you need for Santa Hat? Find the recommended yarn, quantities by size and alternative yarns here. A classic knitted Santa hat in two sizes for smaller and larger heads. The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up in stocking stitch, using double-pointed needles or magic loop towards the top. The brim can be worked in rib or with a casing for elastic, and the top is finished with a tassel or pompom.
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Yarn for Santa Hat
Choose a size and we’ll calculate how much yarn you need.
Liten = fits a head circumference of less than 50 cm.
Colour: 4219as specified in the pattern
The designer’s own yarn suggestions
PetiteKnit also lists these yarns in the pattern. Choose one to update the calculations.
The pattern specifies Sandnes Garn Double Sunday
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Where can I buy yarn for Santa Hat?
Prices retrieved from shops 6 days ago. The price is for the cheapest colour – check with the shop.
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Weight
50 g
Length
108 m
You need
2 skeins
- YllotyllCheapest
from SEK 64 / skein
SEK 128
Visit shop → - Broderi & Garn 1901
from SEK 79 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 800 kr
SEK 158
Visit shop → - Sandnes Garn
from SEK 85 / skein · Frakt från 79 kr
SEK 170
Visit shop → - MYO Make Your Own
from SEK 85 / skein
SEK 170
Visit shop → - Lilla garnbutiken
from SEK 85 / skein · Frakt från 49 kr, fri över 700 kr
SEK 170
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Buy all yarn · size Liten
- 2 × Sandnes Garn Double Sunday
Estimated total cost: SEK 128 · all from MYO Make Your Own: SEK 170
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Alternative yarns for Santa Hat
We only suggest yarns with a very similar gauge and length per gram – so your garment comes out the right size, even with a different brand.
Want the yarn to feel different?
Instead of Sandnes Garn Double Sunday
Always make a gauge swatch when substituting yarn. Our assessment of feel is based on fibre and spinning method – everyone experiences itchiness differently.
Frequently asked questions about yarn for Santa Hat
How much yarn do I need for Santa Hat?
- Liten: 2 skeins Sandnes Garn Double Sunday
- Stor: 3 skeins Sandnes Garn Double Sunday
Which yarn is used in Santa Hat?
The pattern is written for Sandnes Garn Double Sunday (main yarn). Gauge: 23 sts x 31 rnds = 10 x 10 cm in stocking stitch.
Can I use a different yarn for Santa Hat?
Yes, if the gauge matches. The closest match to Double Sunday among our yarns is Noro Haunui Silk (99% match). Recalculate the amount in metres and read how to substitute yarn.
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