Free Knitting Patterns for Hats

1. Shorty

Headhuggers is a fantastic charity that provides hats for chemo patients and others who need them, and they provide many free knitting patterns as well. "Shorty" is a creative, cute, and quick to make little cap that works ideally for charitable knitting and spring hats alike.

2. Scarf Hat

Be honest: haven't you always wanted a hat attached to a scarf? No? That's because you haven't seen this little number. Perfect for teens who think they're too cool for scarves and hats -- it's cute enough that even teen girls will think it's funky and fun.

3. Norwegian Star Hat

This hat is so pretty it looks like a cake. This is the perfect pattern to make for a gift or other special occasion: you'll love watching it build up. It looks more complicated than it really is, and with a little attention to the pattern you'll have no trouble at all.

4. Button Tab Hats

This pattern is modeled on a Banana Republic hat, and you really can't tell the difference -- it looks like something you'd see in a fancy catalogue or at a trendy store. The pattern itself is pretty simple -- it's that button accent that makes all the difference!

5. Matching Mother Daughter Hats

These very cute and oh-too-fun hats are perfect for your best friend and her toddler or your own family. Not only are they extremely colorful, they'll make your little girl look like your twin sister -- and who wouldn't want that?

6. Pencil Case Hat

Born of a failed pencil case, this is one of those free knitting patterns that makes you shake your head and smile. Even if you don't want it for yourself, a teenage girl is sure to love it. I've never known a teenager (at least of the female variety) who could resist putting ears on things.

These are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to free knitting patterns that I have for you!

And there you have it... six varied and stylish hats for your knitting pleasure and the free knitting patterns thrown in as well!