Striped Knit Beanie

Striped Knit Beanie Pattern

This striped beanie is made using a simple knit stitch with alternating colors for a fun and vibrant look. It features a snug fit that is perfect for cold weather!

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in two colors: Blue (approximately 100 yards) and White (approximately 75 yards)
• Size 8 (5mm) knitting needles
• Size 6 (4mm) circular needles
• Stitch marker
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

18 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette stitch using size 8 needles.

Abbreviations:

• K = Knit
• P = Purl
• St = Stitch
• Rnd = Round
• CO = Cast on
• BO = Bind off

Instructions:

1. Cast On: Using blue yarn, CO 72 stitches on size 8 needles.
2. Join in Round: Being careful not to twist, join for working in the round. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
3. Ribbing: K2, P2 for 1.5 inches.
4. Start Stripes: Begin working in stockinette stitch (knit every round) alternating colors every 10 rounds:
   • Round 1-10: Continue with blue yarn.
   • Round 11-20: Change to white yarn.
   • Round 21-30: Change back to blue yarn.
   • Repeat until the hat measures approximately 6 inches from the cast on edge.
5. Shaping the Crown: Start decreasing:
   1. Round 1: *K6, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   2. Round 2: *K5, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   3. Round 3: *K4, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   4. Round 4: *K3, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   5. Round 5: *K2, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   6. Round 6: *K1, K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
   7. Round 7: *K2tog* repeat from * to * around.
6. Finishing: Cut the yarn leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches, pull tight to close the top of the hat. Weave in all loose ends with a tapestry needle.

Your striped beanie is now complete! It's both stylish and functional, perfect for any chilly day.