Knitted One Evening Beanie

Crafted in just one evening, this cozy beanie was skillfully knitted with care and precision. The intricate design and soft yarn used in its creation make it the perfect accessory for chilly nights or brisk mornings. The beanie's snug fit ensures warmth and comfort, while the stylish look adds a touch of flair to any outfit. Whether you're heading out for a winter stroll or simply lounging at home, this beanie is sure to keep you feeling both fashionable and cozy. With its handmade charm and attention to detail, this beanie is a true labor of love that showcases the artistry of knitting. The blend of colors and textures in the yarn creates a unique and eye-catching piece that is sure to turn heads. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, this beanie is a versatile addition to any wardrobe that will keep you looking stylish and feeling warm all season long. So why settle for a mass-produced hat when you can have a one-of-a-kind creation that was lovingly made in just one evening?

Materials

• 6.5mm and 8mm circular knitting needles. I use this cheap set of circular needles. If you don’t have circular needles of the right size, you can also use double-pointed needles. The pattern is made in 4 equal parts on purpose. If you’re confused about all these types of needles, you should read this guide.
• I used the grey and red Royal yarn from Zeeman. To get a thicker yarn that would work up faster (one evening target, remember?) I knitted this hat using 2 different threads of yarn at the same time. You need half a skein of each. I have used the same technique in His Scarf pattern which you can see more clearly as I used 2 different colors.
• Tapestry needle to weave in the ends. I love this set as it has different eye sizes for different yarn thickness and it comes in a small tube which is very convenient so I don’t lose them.

Abbreviations

• k = knit
• p = purl
• st = stitch
• k2tog = knit 2 stitches together

Knit Beanie Size

You can easily adapt the size by adding or removing a multiple of 4 stitches.

Gauge is not imporant for this pattern.

The Actual Free Hat Knitting Pattern

• On 6.5mm circular needles, cast on 64 stitches in the red color yarn. Use 2 threads of yarn at the same time for this beanie.

K1, p1 around for 15 cm.

• Switch to 8mm circular needles and the grey color yarn (2 threads of yarn). Knit for 10cm.

• We will now start the decreases to form the hat shape.
  *k14, k2tog* repeat 4 times <60 st>
  *k13, k2tog* repeat 4 times <56 st>
  *k12, k2tog* repeat 4 times <52 st>
• Switch back to the red color yarn and keep decreasing.
  *k4, k2tog, k5, k2tog* repeat 4 times <44 st>
  *k3, k2tog, k4, k2tog* repeat 4 times <36 st>
  Knit 1 round without decreasing
  *k2, k2tog, k3, k2tog* repeat 4 times <28 st>
• With a tapestry needle, pull through all the remaining stitches. Pull tight and weave in the ends.
• Using the red and grey yarn make a pompom. Sew the pompom on the top of the hat. Of course, the pompom is optional and the hat is great without it too.