Divide them evenly between 3 of the double pointed needles

#1

I am just beginning to knit and want to knit caps for the troops. I got a pattern but I do not understand this statement “Divide them evenly between 3 of the double pointed needles.” I am only using two needles so this does not make sense. I know this may sound stupid but I really could use some help. Thank you very much

#2

It sounds like the pattern you have is written to be worked in the round. When working in the round, you have your stitches divided onto 3 or 4 double pointed needles and then you work ‘rounds’ with the 4th (or 5th) double pointed needle.

If you are working flat, with two needles, you will need a hat pattern written for such. Check out www.knittingpatterncentral.com and look in their hats section. You will likely find loads of options there.