Knitted Adorable Beanie

Step up your winter fashion game with our latest creation - the Knitted Adorable Beanie! This cozy accessory is designed to keep you warm and stylish during the chilly months. Crafted with love and attention to detail, this beanie is a must-have addition to your wardrobe. Made from high-quality yarn, the Knitted Adorable Beanie offers a soft and comfortable fit. Its intricate knitting pattern adds a touch of elegance, making it a versatile accessory that can be paired with any outfit. Whether you're heading out for a casual stroll or attending a winter gathering, this beanie will effortlessly elevate your look. The Knitted Adorable Beanie is not just a fashion statement, but also a practical choice. Its knitted construction provides excellent insulation, keeping your head and ears warm even in the coldest temperatures. The beanie's snug fit ensures it stays in place, so you can enjoy your outdoor activities without worrying about it slipping off.

Sizes: adult small (adult medium/large)

Yarn: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Sport (100% Superwash Merino Wool; 136 yards [125 meters]/50 grams); #859 Lake Chelan Heather - one to two skeins (two skeins)

Needles: One 16" circular needle in size US 5, one 16" circular needle in size US 6, one cable needle (cn) or double pointed needle for cabling, and one set of double pointed needles (dpn), also in size US 6

Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch marker

Gauge: 22 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette on size US 6 needles

So let's make a hat! Using your size US 5 circular needle, then, cast on 108 (120) stitches loosely, place marker, and join in round. Then we'll work our ribbing as follows for both sizes:

Ribbing Row: * k1, p2, k1; rep from *
Knit this ribbing row until hat measures roughly 1.5" (2"). Transfer work to your size US 6 circular needle. Then, and we'll begin the main pattern. To knit it, you'll need to know these definitions:

fc (front cross): transfer next 2 stitches to cn and hold in front, k2, k2 from cn
bc (back cross): transfer next 2 stitches to cn and hold in back, k2, k2 from cn

And now that that's covered, we'll continue as follows for both sizes:

Row 1: knit

Row 2: * k8, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo *
Row 3: knit

Row 4: * bc, fc, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo *
Row 5: knit
Row 6: * k8, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo *
Row 7: knit

Row 8: * fc, bc, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo *

Rows 9 - 12: repeat rows 5 - 8

Rows 13 - 16: repeat rows 1 - 4

Knit rows 1 - 16 twice and then knit rows 1 - 9 once more (both sizes, although you could add one more set of 16 rows to either size if you'd like a slouchier look). Now, we'll begin our decreases, which will go as follows:

Decrease Row 1: * k2, k2tog, ssk, k2, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo * (90 stitches (100 stitches))
Decrease Row 2: knit
You will want to switch to your dpns about now.

Decrease Row 3: * slip next two stitches to cn and hold in front, k1, then, k2tog from cn; slip next stitch to cn and hold in back, ssk, k1 from cn, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo * (72 stitches (80 stitches))
Decrease Row 4: knit
Decrease Row 5:* k2tog, ssk, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo * (54 stitches (60 stitches))
Decrease Row 6: knit
Decrease Row 7: * k2tog, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo * (45 stitches (50 stitches))
Decrease Row 8: * k1, k2tog, ssk * (27 stitches (30 stitches))
Decrease Row 9: * ssk, k1 * (18 stitches (20 stitches))
Decrease Row 10: * ssk * (9 stitches (10 stitches))

Clip yarn tail and, using tapestry needle, thread through final 9 (10) stitches. Pull tight, thread to inside of hat, and knot. Tuck in ends. Place on creepy mannequin head or, if you're feeling saucy, your own.