Pattern: Pussy Hat Project

This simple knit hat with kitten ears has become a powerful symbol of the Women’s March, a stand for Women’s reproductive rights, equality, and the human rights of all.

The Pussy Hat Project was a direct protest against the now President and his insulting behavior!

It sent a powerful message without a word, without force, and without hate. It rose above without tearing down.

It served to support by uniting, connecting, and comforting in a very personal, traditionally feminine way.

It used to be in times of conflict, those back at the homefront were encouraged to knit clothing for those on the frontlines as a positive way to contribute.

Today, it is at the forefront of our resistance, the battle cry against all that threatens what is human and decent. Progress. In face of despair.

Perhaps the new symbol of resistance in the modern age. No longer a fist or a weapon, but a cutesy little homespun hat in pink.

It has not won the battle yet but has set the tone for what could be the future. A fitting symbol for what could be the dawn of a new age.

Being female not only has its strengths but is our innate power. Being exactly who each of us are, is what ultimately empowers us all. It is what we should protect.

Perhaps this post can help you make your own hat to pass on!

This pattern is one of the official patterns from the Pussy Hat Project by Destiny Meyer called Super Cat Hat. Here are the yarns, tools, and techniques I used. I have added a few patterns for Mens (slouchy), Baby (toddler), and Toy Breed Dog (tea-cup) hats. Will be adding Dog (medium) soon!

YARN
Choose any 1 Skein of the below yarn (or any Super Bulky Weight yarn).

Lion Brand Yarn Hometown USA
Super Bulky Weight Yarn, 100% Acrylic in
-Baton Rouge Fuschia
-Honolulu Pink
-Neon Pink

Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn
Super Bulky Weight Yarn, 100% Acrylic in
-Hot Pink

NEEDLES
US Size 13 [9.00mm] Circular Knitting Needles 16″ or 20″
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Marker

Skill Level: Beginner

PATTERN

Brim
Cast on 44 sts using Basic Cable Cast-On.
Place marker. Join in the round.
Rounds 1-8: K1, P1 until end of round

Body
Rounds 9-27: Knit until end of round

Finish
Cut yarn leaving approx. 40″ long tail.
Use Kitchener Stitch to sew top seam.
Divide sts in half before seaming.
Weave in ends. Block, if desired.

Men’s Hat
Lion Brand Yarn Heartland Thick & Quick Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Black Canyon OR
Lion Brand Yarn Hometown USA Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Honolulu Pink
US Size 15 [10.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″ or 20″
Cast on 44 sts. Alice Cast-On.
Continue with above pattern.

Women’s Hat
Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Hot Pink
US Size 13 [9.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″ or 20″
Cast on 44 sts. Basic Cable Cast-On.
Continue with above pattern.

Teen’s Hat
Lion Brand Yarn Hometown USA Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Baton Rouge Fuschia
US Size 13 [9.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″ or 20″
Cast on 40 sts. Basic Cable Cast-On.
Continue with above pattern.

Toddler’s Hat by OMG! Heart
Lion Brand Yarn Hometown USA
Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Baton Rouge Fuschia
US Size 13 [9.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″
Cast On 30 stitches. Basic Cable Cast-On.
Place marker. Join in the round.
Rounds 1-4: K1, P1 until end of round.
Rounds 5-13: Knit every stitch until end of round.
Cut yarn leaving approx. 30″ long tail.
Use Kitchener Stitch to sew top seam.
Divide sts in half before seaming.
Weave in ends. Block, if desired.

Dog’s Hat by OMG! Heart
Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Hot Pink
US Size 13 [9.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″
Cast on 24 sts using Basic Cable Cast-On. (Leaving 32″ tail)
Rows 1-3: K1 until end of row
Row 4: Purl until end of row
Row 5: Knit until end of row
Rows 6-13: Repeat Rows 4-5
Cast Off purl-wise.

Use 32″ tail to sew side seam using Mattress Stitch.
Continue on to sew top seam using Slip Stitch Crochet Seam.
Use remaining tail to cinch middle of hat to shape ears.
Use 4 pieces of yarn 8″ long, two for each side, to make straps. Attach using Lark’s Head Knot. Braid 4 strands, knot, and trim ends into small tassel.

Please Note: The Dog Hats are knitted “Flat” even though they use Circular Knitting Needles. All other hats are knitted “In The Round” using Circular Knitting Needles.

Chihuahua Hat by OMG! Heart
Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn Super Bulky Weight Yarn in Hot Pink
US Size 13 [9.00mm]
Circular Knitting Needles 16″
Cast on 16 sts using Basic Cable Cast-On. (Leaving 30″ tail)
Rows 1-3: K1 until end of row
Row 4: Purl until end of row
Row 5: Knit until end of row
Rows 6-11: Repeat Rows 4-5
Cast Off purl-wise.

Use 30″ tail to sew side seam using Mattress Stitch.
Continue on to sew top seam using Slip Stitch Crochet Seam.
Use remaining tail to cinch middle of hat to shape ears.
Use two pieces of yarn 6″ long, one for each side, to make straps. Attach using Lark’s Head Knot. Split into 3 strands, braid, knot, and trim ends into small tassel.

Please Note: The Dog Hats are knitted “Flat” even though they use Circular Knitting Needles. All other hats are knitted “In The Round” using Circular Knitting Needles.

Shout Out: The hat and cardi she’s wearing in the video are made by Loopy Mango, one of my fave knitting stores/designers. It’s their Pussy Hat design and Super Cropped Cardi in Merino No.5. Heart them.

Pussy Hat Project Official Site
https://www.pussyhatproject.com/

Official Patterns
https://www.pussyhatproject.com/knit/

Notes
Finished Sizes & Fit (Flat):
Mens/Slouchy 8.5″ Wide x 10.5″ Tall
Womens/Relaxed 8″ Wide x 9″ Tall
Teen/Fitted 7.5″ Wide x 8.5″ Tall
Dog 6″ Wide x 5″ Tall
Chihuahua 4″ Wide x 4″ Tall

1 Skein of Hometown USA can make 1 Mens Hat and 1 Baby Hat if careful with yarn!

1 Skein of Bernat Softee Chunky makes 1.5 Womens Hats.

1 Hat requires about 3/4 skein of Hometown USA or Bernat Softee Chunky.

Knit snugly.