A beanie is a classic knit hat that can be worn with either a folded cuff or without a cuff at all. Knitted in the round with twisted rib, it’s a versatile pattern that can be made into an infinite number of styles and fits. From babies to adults, this simple pattern can be used for a wide variety of yarn types and weights. You can experiment with lace-weight fluffers held double, or even try using plant fibers such as cotton or bamboo. The best part of this beanie knitting pattern is that when you’re done experimenting, you’ll have a few completed hats that will make excellent handmade gifts for everyone on your list.
If you are a beginner knitter, this beanie pattern is an easy and fun project to work on. It requires only basic knitting skills such as knowing how to knit in the round, purl and decrease. However, if you want to spice things up a bit and learn some new techniques, this pattern is also ideal for the intermediate knitter. This is due to the fact that it uses a provisional cast on and some easy colorwork.
The Brooklyn Beanie is knit in the round from one skein of yarn. It’s designed for a snug fit but can be made with any size head, thanks to the many rounds of ribbing that add to its stretchiness. The pattern includes a chart to help with sizing and notes for using different yarn substitutions as well. For example, the pattern is written with instructions for sport, DK, and worsted-weight yarns, but can also be worked in aran or even a bulky-weight yarn. The pattern also gives guidance on equivalent yarn weights when holding two different yarns together, and several of the testers used mohair with another yarn for their versions.
Another beanie pattern that can be easily adapted to suit different sizes is the Dylan’s Beanie. It can be sized to fit anyone from babies to adults by subtracting in multiples of six for the circumference of the head. Once you have the number of stitches that will work for your head, you’ll need to cut the yarn and thread a tapestry needle with the tail. This will allow you to slip the tail through all of the active stitches, pulling it tight and weaving in the ends on the inside of your hat.
You’ll love the texture and classic style of this slouchy beanie that can be worn either with the brim folded up for a fitted look or down for a slouchy fit. It’s also a great beanie pattern for a beginner who wants to practice their increasing and decreasing skills while still learning how to knit in the round. The yarn used for this hat is very soft and warm, making it an ideal choice for cold weather.
The Polkabeanie is a double-brimmed beanie that’s knit in garter stitch with a double striped top shaped with German short rows. This is a more advanced beanie that’s appropriate for intermediate knitters, especially those who have already mastered the skill of working with short rows. It’s a great way to use two different colors of yarn at once and is a good choice for a gift for the fashionable man or woman in your life.