Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight yarn (approximately 100-150 yards)
- Circular knitting needles (16-inch size 8 or 9)
- Double-pointed needles (size 8 or 9 for the crown)
- Stitch marker
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
- 4 stitches per inch in stockinette stitch
Instructions:
1. Cast On:
- Cast on 80
stitches (or adjust based on your desired size) using the long-tail cast-on
method.
- Join in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
2. Ribbing:
- Round 1: *K2, P2*
around.
- Repeat Round 1 until the ribbing measures about 2-3 inches.
3. Body of the Beanie:
- Switch to stockinette stitch (knit every round) and continue until the piece measures about 6-7 inches from the cast-on edge.
4. Decreasing for the Crown:
- Round 1: *K8,
K2tog* around (72 stitches).
- Round 2: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 3: *K7,
K2tog* around (64 stitches).
- Round 4: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 5: *K6,
K2tog* around (56 stitches).
- Round 6: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 7: *K5,
K2tog* around (48 stitches).
- Round 8: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 9: *K4,
K2tog* around (40 stitches).
- Round 10: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 11: *K3,
K2tog* around (32 stitches).
- Round 12: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 13: *K2,
K2tog* around (24 stitches).
- Round 14: Knit all
stitches.
- Round 15: *K1,
K2tog* around (16 stitches).
- Round 16: *K2tog* around (8 stitches).
5. Finishing:
- Cut the yarn,
leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull
tight to close the top of the beanie.
- Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
6. Optional:
- Add a pom-pom to the top for a fun finish or embellish with a contrasting color.
Customization Ideas:
- Colors: Use multiple colors for stripes or a gradient
effect.
- Stitch Patterns: Incorporate cables or other stitch
patterns in the body of the beanie.
- Size Adjustments: Adjust the number of cast-on stitches and
the length of the ribbing to fit different head sizes.
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