Autumn rose

Autumn Rose Knitted Hat by Milja Uimonen

What Is Being Made

The Autumn Rose is a warm, girly knitted hat designed by Milja Uimonen. This downloadable knitting pattern creates a classic adult hat available in two sizes: Adult's Small (finished circumference 17.25" / 44 cm, height 10" / 25 cm) and Adult's Medium (finished circumference 19.5" / 50 cm, height 10" / 25 cm). The hat features a two-colour design with delicious autumn-inspired hues that create visual interest and warmth.

Techniques and Construction

This advanced-level knitting project employs in-the-round knitting techniques to create a seamless, professional-looking hat. Knitters can choose between magic looping on a 32" circular needle or working with both a 16" circular needle and double-pointed needles, depending on their preference and available tools. The pattern incorporates colour work to achieve the distinctive two-tone aesthetic. A pompom finish adds a charming, playful element to the crown of the hat.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch structure is stockinette stitch, which creates a smooth, classic fabric with excellent drape and warmth. The pattern is worked in the round, maintaining consistent stitch definition throughout the piece. The gauge is critical for proper fit: 20 stitches equal 10 cm (4 inches) in stockinette after blocking. Knitters should adjust needle size as needed to achieve this gauge for accurate sizing.

Materials Required

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in two colours. Colour A requires 71 yards / 65 meters (with 100 yards / 90 meters recommended for safety). Colour B requires 77 yards / 70 meters (with 105 yards / 95 meters recommended), plus an additional 10–16 yards / 10–15 meters for the pompom. The pattern specifies Cascade 220 Heathers (100% Peruvian wool, 220 yards / 200 meters per 100 grams), specifically colour 9562 Coffee Bean for Colour A and colour 2428 Framboise for Colour B.
• Needles: US 7 / 4.5 mm circular needles (either 32" / 80 cm for magic looping or 16" / 40 cm paired with double-pointed needles)
• Notions: Stitch marker, weaving needle, and cardboard for creating pompoms

Pattern Details

This is an advanced-level knitting pattern suitable for experienced knitters who are comfortable with in-the-round construction and colour work. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF for personal use only and is copyrighted by Milja Uimonen (known as Miljaska in Ravelry) through Starling Knits and Crafts. The two-colour design and fitted crown with pompom finish make this hat an excellent project for knitters looking to expand their skills while creating a wearable, stylish accessory.