Move over beanies because today is all about hood knitting patterns. After all, who doesn’t love a good hood to keep things warm and stylish? If you aren’t already obsessed with hoods, you are sure to be after reading this article. Stick around to find out why hoods are the unsung heroes of winter fashion, seamlessly blending comfort and cool.
Hood knitting patterns are not just for surviving the cold; they’re a fashion statement in their own right. Will they keep your noggin warm and toasty? Yes. Will they make you feel effortlessly chic at the same time? Also yes! There’s just something about a hood that feels a bit more stylish than your average everyday beanie. And nothing adds a little dramatic flair to an outfit quite like a fabulous hood!
Hood knitting patterns are a versatile design for a number of occasions – think snowy adventures, brisk winter activities, or even just a quick run to the grocery store when you want to look effortlessly chic. And let’s not forget the versatility – hoods play well with various outfit styles. Whether you’re a fan of boho-chic, street style, or timeless classic elegance, there’s a hood pattern out there that’ll complement your vibe.
And we haven’t even touched on the best thing about hood knitting patterns yet. Get ready to say goodbye to hat hair! Hoods not only keep you warm but also maintain that fabulous hairstyle you spent time perfecting. Unlike tight fitting beanies that are difficult to put on and take off without mussing up your hairdo. No more compromising style for warmth – hoods are the ultimate solution.
So, grab your knitting needles, choose your favorite yarn, and let’s embark on a cozy journey into the enchanting world of hood knitting patterns. Your winter wardrobe will thank you! Scroll down and prepare to be inspired by all of these fabulous hood knitting patterns.
The Copenhagen Hood
You can keep your head warm and your neck too with our first stylish hood design. It is made with easy peasy stockinette stitch and it is accented with a decorative blanket stitch border hand sewn onto the opening around the face. The bottom edge of the neck covering curls naturally to reveal the reverse stockinette stitch texture inside.
Designer: Annika Svorkdal
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Snow (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Holiday Balaclava
This balaclava and hood hybrid is a no-brainer for fuss-free styles. The accessory goes on easily and is held in place with the help of a button closure. It is structured for a comfortable fit that’s not too close fitting and not too oversized. Garter stitch keeps things simple and lends tantalizing texture.
Designer: THINNNG
Yarn: LAMANA Premia (DK Weight #3)
Sirdar Haworth Tweed (DK Weight #3)
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Warm Winter Hood
Hood knitting patterns that have a little extra fabric around the bottom are perfect for tucking inside your jacket. This handy trick keeps the hood in place and it keeps you extra cozy too. The pattern for this pretty green hood calls for knit and purl stitches along with slip stitches and centered double increases.
Designer: Lee Meredith for Knit Picks
Yarn: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky (Bulky Weight #5)
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Hood Scarf
Even men can get in on the hood trend. This hood is attached to a short no-frills scarf made with 2×2 rib stitch. Everything is made in one piece, starting by working the scarf lengthwise. Then the hood is added in the middle using wrap and turn short rows. A high quality yarn really lets this design shine despite its simplicity.
Designer: Lili Tobias for Purl Soho
Yarn: Purl Soho Season Alpaca (Sport Weight #2)
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Friend of the Forest Hood
This next hood offers plenty of supple drape for a comfortable and slightly oversized fit. I like how far this hood extends over the forehead because it really adds to the dramatic air. The pattern is knit using stockinette stitch in both rows and rounds. A simple garter stitch edging naturally curls lightly to frame the face.
Designer: Balls to the Walls Knits
Yarn: Lana Grossa Alta Moda Alpaca (Aran Weight #4)
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Ombre Cowl Hood
This voluminous oversized cowl doubles as a hood when pulled up over the back of the head. The pattern is knit double stranded changing one color at a time to get a gradual ombre effect. Aside from the color changes, everything else is smooth sailing knit stitches in the round with no shaping.
Designer: Nina Chicago
Yarn: Shibui Knits Silk Cloud (Lace Weight #0)
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Hooded Cowl
This hood will have you feeling like the main character of a fantasy or sci fi. The design features a slightly oversized fit with a structured face opening that doubles back on itself. You’ll be using stockinette stitch for this design along with rib stitch for the edging along the face opening.
Designer: Rosann Fleischauer
Yarn: Urth Harvest Worsted (Worsted Weight #4)
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Hooded Neckwarmer
This neckwarmer and hood combo tapers to a point at the front like a mini bandana. The design uses a combination of stockinette stitch and ribbing that is sure to keep things interesting. It calls for a bulky weight yarn but the result is anything but bulky. The piece retains a lovely drape and there’s not a whiff of stiffness in sight.
Designer: Vanessa Ewing for Plymouth Yarn
Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Brush (Bulky Weight #5)
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Luxury Cowl / Hood
Wrap yourself in luxurious warmth with a long cozy tube that forms a cowl hood hybrid. The pattern calls for an 8 row repeat of alternating stockinette and garter stitches. It’s like ribbing but on a larger scale so it gives the illusion of added drape and depth. It also produces lots of nice little air pockets for warmth.
Designer: Lion Brand Yarn
Yarn: Lion Brand Lion Cashmere Blend (Aran Weight #4)
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Hooded Cat
You don’t need to wait until next Halloween to get in touch with your inner feline. Show off your love of all things cat with this fun and furry hood design. The pattern calls for knit and purl stitches along with knit front backs and knit 2 togethers. Everything is knit in one piece except the ears which are worked separately and then sewn on.
Designer: Au bout du pré for Hobbii
Yarn: Hobbii Peacock (Bulky Weight #5)
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Seed Stitch Cowl and Hood
Do you prefer to work in the round or in rows? You get to pick when it comes to versatile hood knitting patterns like this one! Beginner knitters really can’t go wrong with the satisfying texture of seed stitch and it will give you plenty of practice with your knits and purls too.
Designer: Jessica Zoz for Knit Picks
Yarn: Knit Picks Biggo (Bulky Weight #5)
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“The Huggle” Hooded Cowl
This hooded cowl is like a hug that you can wear! The pattern is worked from the bottom up in the round starting with 2×2 rib and then ending with stockinette stitch. In addition to knit and purl stitches, you will also be decreasing with knit 2 togethers. My favorite thing about this design is the drawstring with the adorable little baubles on the ends. So cute!
Designer: Make and Do Crew
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Solids (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Autumn Pixie Hood
Embrace your inner fairy with this fun pixie style hood. It’s perfect for a magical walk through the forest. Heck I bet that it could even make a visit to the grocery store feel more enchanting! The project is knit flat using rib and stockinette stitches along with some simple knit 2 together decreases.
Designer: Posi Tori
Yarn: Bulky or Super Bulky Weight (#5 or #6)
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Snowfall Ski Hood
Get ready to hit the slopes with this pretty blue and gray bonnet style hood. The sleek stockinette stitch design is accented by a wide seed stitch edging and icord ties complete with contrasting colored pom poms. You can’t go wrong with a project that’s equal parts fun and functional!
Designer: Kimberly Golynskiy for Knit Picks
Yarn: Knit Picks Mighty Stich Bulky (Bulky Weight #5)
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West Desert Hood
More experienced knitters will relish the challenge of the next one of our stunning hood knitting patterns. The beautiful honeycomb stitch looks even better when it is worked with a myriad of colors. This designer used yarn that she dyed herself using botanicals (how cool is that??) but this project would also work well with scrap yarn or multipacks of mini skeins.
Designer: lake•salt•knit
Yarn: DK Weight #3
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Basic Hooded Cowl
A budget friendly yarn in a nice medium weight saves you money and time with this enticing hood design. It’s called the Basic Hooded Cowl but honestly it looks anything but basic. Throw this on instead of a beanie if you’re feeling a little extra dramatic or if you are looking to stand out in a crowd!
Designer: Halliday Nelson
Yarn: Caron One Pound (Aran Weight #4)
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Rustic Raccoon Hooded Cowl
This animal inspired hood design uses a combination of seed and stockinette stitches. It is available in a wide range of sizes including adult so you can live out your trash panda dreams! And if anyone tells you that you are too old to wear raccoon-themed headwear, then they clearly don’t know how to have fun.
Designer: Melody’s Makings
Yarn: Bulky Weight #5
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Baby Alpaca Grande Tweed Hooded Neckwarmer
A pretty hood with plenty of drape adds drama and mystery to any outfit. There’s something about wearing a hood that just makes you feel a little bit like a long lost princess or heiress. That’s what comes to mind when I see stunning designs like this stockinette and rib stitch design, anyway!
Designer: Vanessa Ewing for Plymouth Yarns
Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Grande Tweed (Bulky Weight #5)
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Haute Hood
All eyes will be on you with enchanting headwear like this. The design for this stunning hood features ribbing that radiates outward at a diagonal from a central seam at the front. It’s a testament to texture, an ode to fashion, and a monument to warmth all in one!
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Patons North America Kroy Socks (Fingering-Weight Yarn #1)
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Chunky Hood
This pretty ribbed hood features a long piece of fabric that hangs down in the front like a dickey. Imagine a vest without the arm holes. It’s a neat idea for layering beneath a jacket to add some extra warmth without adding any extra bulk. Pattern includes the following techniques: twisted rib stitch, double decreases, increases, and short rows.
Designer: Yarnspirations Design Studio
Yarn: Bernat Softee Chunky Solids (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Margate Hood
This might be the easiest of all the hood knitting patterns on our list today and here’s why: it starts out as a rectangle and is seamed to turn into a functioning hood. So if you can knit a garter stitch dishcloth, then you can almost certainly make this stylish hood! Plus, the chunky yarn makes it really easy to see your stitches and makes the project work up more quickly.
Designer: Lion Brand Yarn
Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick Solids (Super Bulky Weight #6)
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Alaric Hood
Here’s another hood with some extra fabric at the front for oh-so-cute and cozy layering. The piece is made almost entirely in stockinette stitch, but there’s also some contrasting ribbing along the top of the hood, the neckline, and the hem. And just in case you were wondering, it looks just as fabulous with the hood pulled down to pool enticingly around your neck.
Designer: Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand Yarn
Yarn: Lion Brand New Basic 175 (Aran Weight #4)
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Tromsø Hoodie
Working with two strands of bulky yarn at once will have you finished with this hooded cowl in half the time. You can also substitute a single strand of super bulky weight yarn if you would prefer. Choose a slightly fuzzy yarn for an elevated finish that’s extra soft. The straightforward design is an easy combination of stocking stitch and rib stitches.
Designer: Sisu Knitwear
Yarn: Sandnes Garn Børstet Alpakka (Bulky Weight #5)
Sandnes Garn Kos (Bulky Weight #5)
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Luna Azul
Here’s another one of our hood knitting patterns that’s worked double stranded. This fun project pairs a regular alpaca yarn with a luxurious brushed alpaca silk yarn and the combination is just to die for. Along with double strands of yarn, there’s also a double layer of ribbing that trims the face making it a great project for extra warmth.
Designer: DROPS Design
Yarn: Garnstudio DROPS Alpaca (Sport Weight #2)
Garnstudio DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk (Aran Weight #4)
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Neon Ski Bonnet
What is a bonnet if not just an oversized hood? This dazzling design will really let experienced skill level knitters strut their stuff. With a variety of gorgeous cables, this cozy hood is sure to have you hooked from start to finish. The neon yellow color is a great choice for maximum visibility if you do actually plan on hitting the slopes.
Designer: Volkstricken Industries
Yarn: Cascade Yarns ® Cascade 220® (Worsted Weight #4)
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Final Thoughts on Hood Knitting Patterns
So, that’s the lowdown on why hoods are superior to beanies. We hope you found a stylish free pattern here that will be your next quick project!
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