Knitted hats and beanies

Choose the right yarn for your cap

Of course, a cap should be nice warm, but that a cap is hot is of no use if it is not comfortable to wear.
When you go for a walk in the winter, you will often freeze at first, but along the way on the walk you get the heat. Here the cap can start to feel uncomfortable if you can't get rid of the excess heat. This is precisely why breathability is a very important factor in comfort - and here there are some important considerations.
In general, organic fibers such as wool, mohair and alpaca are known for their good breathability and thus great comfort. Therefore, these yarn types are obvious choices for a knitted or crocheted cap, because here you get a nice comfort.

Hats in wool

You may have bad memories of scratching woolen hats from your childhood, but good quality wool has finer fibers and are therefore also softer. Therefore, do not be deterred by the memories of the past, because you should easily be able to make the most delicious cap in woolen yarn.

Hats in alpaca or mohair

Unfortunately, a few people may find that wool is scratching - even if it initially feels wonderfully soft. It is not the fault of the wool, but a sign of allergy to the lanolin that is naturally found in the wool. If you suspect you belong to this group, then you should go for alpaca wool and mohair. These fibers are even warmer than sheep wool and they do not contain lanolin. 

Hats in acrylic

The last option is acrylic yarn, which is especially obvious if you would like to avoid animal fibers. Good quality acrylic yarn can also be incredibly comfortable. In the older generations, acrylic yarn generally has a reputation for lack of breathability, but modern acrylic yarn has gone infinitely far. Today, acrylic yarn can have a nice comfort - and then it is affordable and incredibly easy to maintain.

Hats for both children and adults

In Mayflower's recipe committee you will find both hats for children and adults in a wealth of different designs. Of course we also have a collection of Santa hats so that the whole family can be well equipped Christmas festivities. There should be something for everyone. 

Some of our recipes may be a little challenging, but generally a cap is a really good beginner project if you are new to knit or crochet. By the most simple of the hats you just have to concentrate on the individual stitches - And then intake must be made at the top of the cap. 

You will find all our hat recipes here where a selection of them is free. You can also explore some of our other recipes in Mayflowers recipe universe. Really good pleasure!

Matching sets with hats and mittens

When you need to knit a cap, you may want to consider if a few mittens in matching yarn could be a project for you. We have a lot of free knitting patterns on hats, Mittens, headbands and other winter accessories. 

In the cold winter time, it is not only the head that needs to be kept warm. It is also important to make sure that the hands are kept warm. For example, make a few mitts or finger mittens depending on what you prefer to use. 

Scarves and knitted headbands

All the winter gear you need you have the opportunity to make yourself if you can't get enough knit. Here at Mayflower You will find free recipes for a lot of different kinds of hats, mittens, headbands and scarves for both ladies and gentlemen who can warm in the cold times. 

Besides the hats and mittens a scarf also be nice to have. You can knit the scarf so it fits exactly your style. You can make an extra long scarf if you like it can reach several times around your neck. If you are more into a simple and smaller scarf, this is also an option. Get inspired by our recipes for hats and accessories.