Free Pattern: The Neo-Victorian Clockwork Slouchy Beanie

Free Pattern: The Neo-Victorian Clockwork Slouchy Beanie

Dive into the world of steampunk with this Neo-Victorian Clockwork Slouchy Beanie, featuring intricate cable patterns reminiscent of vintage clock gears. This easy-to-wear beanie combines the elegance of the Victorian era with the mechanical charm of steampunk aesthetics.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight, 100% wool
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) circular needles
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch
• Stitch Marker: To mark the beginning of the round
• Scissors: For cutting yarn
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the long-tail cast-on method, cast on 96 stitches. Ensure that your stitches are not twisted by laying them flat before joining in the round.
2. Join in the Round: Carefully join your work in the round. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
3. Ribbing (Rounds 1-6):
   • Round 1: *K2, P2* repeat around.
   • Repeat this pattern for a total of 6 rounds.
4. Cable Pattern (Round 7):
   • *K2, P2, C4F* (to perform C4F, slip 2 stitches to a cable needle and hold in front, knit 2 from the left needle, then knit the 2 from the cable needle), P2* repeat around.
5. Body of Beanie (Rounds 8-12):
   • Round 8: *K2, P2, K4, P2* repeat around.
   • Repeat this pattern for rounds 8 through 12.
6. Continue Cable Pattern: Repeat Round 7 for Round 13.
7. Length of Beanie: Continue in this pattern until the beanie measures 9 inches from the cast-on edge.

Crown Shaping

8. Round 1: *K2, P2, K2tog, K2, P2* repeat around.
9. Round 2: *K2, P2, K3, P2* repeat around.
10. Round 3: *K2, P2tog, K2, P2* repeat around.
11. Round 4: *K2, P1, K3, P1* repeat around.
12. Round 5: *K2tog, P1, K2, P1* repeat around.
13. Round 6: *K1, P1, K2, P1* repeat around.
14. Round 7: *K1, P1, K2tog, P1* repeat around.
15. Round 8: *K1, P1, K1, P1* repeat around.
16. Round 9: *K1, P2tog, K1* repeat around.
17. Round 10: *K1, P1, K1* repeat around.
18. Round 11: *K2tog, P1* repeat around.
19. Round 12: *K1, P1* repeat around.
20. Round 13: *K2tog* repeat around.

Finishing

1. Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.
2. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the beanie.
3. Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.

Congratulations! You have now completed your Neo-Victorian Clockwork Slouchy Beanie. Enjoy wearing your unique creation or gift it to someone special!