Cottagecore Fringe Beanie Free Pattern

Cottagecore Fringe Beanie Free Pattern

Introduction

Discover the charm of cottagecore with this black and white contrast beanie adorned with whimsical fringe detailing. This delightful beanie is perfect for adding a touch of rustic elegance to your winter wardrobe. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your knitting skills, this pattern is designed to guide you through every step of the process.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in black and white
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) circular needles with a 16-inch cable
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the long-tail cast-on method, cast on 96 stitches with black yarn. Make sure to leave a long enough tail for your cast-on.
2. Join in the Round: Carefully join the stitches in the round, ensuring that they are not twisted. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
3. Ribbing (Rounds 1-6):
   • Round 1: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
   • Round 2: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
   • Round 3: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
   • Round 4: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
   • Round 5: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
   • Round 6: *K2, P2* repeat from * to end of round.
4. Switch Colors (Round 7): Change to white yarn and knit all stitches.
5. Stripe Pattern (Rounds 8-14):
   • Round 8: Knit all stitches with white yarn.
   • Round 9: Switch to black yarn and knit all stitches.
   • Round 10: Knit all stitches with black yarn.
   • Round 11: Switch to white yarn and knit all stitches.
   • Round 12: Knit all stitches with white yarn.
   • Round 13: Switch to black yarn and knit all stitches.
   • Round 14: Knit all stitches with black yarn.
6. Begin Fringe Pattern (Round 15):
   • *K2, attach a 4-inch piece of fringe (alternating black and white) by folding the yarn in half, inserting the loop into the stitch, pulling the ends through the loop, and tightening.* Repeat from * to end of round.
7. Continue Stripe Pattern (Rounds 16-24): Knit in stockinette stitch, maintaining the stripe pattern (2 rounds black, 2 rounds white).
8. Begin Decreases (Round 25):
   • *K6, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
9. Round 26: Knit all stitches.
10. Round 27: *K5, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
11. Round 28: Knit all stitches.
12. Round 29: *K4, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
13. Round 30: Knit all stitches.
14. Round 31: *K3, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
15. Round 32: Knit all stitches.
16. Round 33: *K2, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
17. Round 34: Knit all stitches.
18. Round 35: *K1, K2tog* repeat to end of round.
19. Round 36: *K2tog* repeat to end of round.

Congratulations! You've just completed your Cottagecore Fringe Beanie. Enjoy wearing your beautiful creation or gift it to someone special!