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THE INSPIRATION

Everyone needs a bestie who inspires them creatively, and I named this pattern after mine. You can check out Allison’s precious crochet creations on Instagram at @loopycatcrochet! She is cute, quirky, and makes me feel adorable every day, just like her beanie. I am so thankful to have met her; she is just a joy!

THE CONSTRUCTION

This beanie pattern features a cute polka-dotted design created with bobbles, which looks great on kids or kids-at-heart, so I included instructions for an adult size and for a child size. Cat ear beanies are so hot right now, so you can opt to knit a cat eared version of this beanie as well as the classic pattern. I’m also going to show you how to knit each beanie flat or in the round.

THE YARN

The yarn I chose for this project is We are Knitters’ Petite Wool, available online here. (Use code MGM10ULLF to receive $12 off your first order from We Are Knitters!) I love wool, and this top-quality Peruvian wool is one of my absolute favorites! They have a huge selection of weights and colors available on their website, as well as a wide variety of knitting and crochet kits for every skill level. I highly recommend their amazing products!

MATERIALS

• For the adult size: Approx 100 - 130 yards (91 - 119 m) of Color 1 and 25 - 30 (23 - 27 m) of Color 2 in a bulky weight (5) yarn.

• For the child size: Approx 40 - 60 yards (37 - 55 m) of Color 1 and 10 - 20 (9 - 16 m) of Color 2 in a bulky weight (5) yarn.

• US Size 11 (8mm) knitting needles (or size needed to obtain gauge) - straight or 16” circular - if knitting the classic style in the round, you will also need the same size double-pointed needles.

• Common notions such as a yarn needle, scissors, and at least 1 stitch marker.

MEASUREMENTS

Note that this design is knit with negative ease, so it will stretch at the brim to fit the head.

Classic Adult: 9.5” (24 cm) tall and 16” (41 cm) around.
Classic Child: 7” (18cm) tall and 13” (33 cm) around.
Cat Ears Adult: 8” tall (20 cm) and 16” (41 cm) around.
Cat Ears Child: 6” (15 cm) tall and 13” (33 cm) around.

GAUGE

12 sts x 16 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch

DISCLAIMER

You are more than welcome to sell anything you make using this pattern; I just ask that you credit me as the designer and include a link to my blog. You may not claim this pattern as your own, and you may not sell or distribute its contents in any form. You may not copy and paste from this page; please purchase the printable download from my shop if you prefer that format. Some blog posts may contain affiliate links, through which I will receive compensation at no cost to you, if you purchase something from clicking the link. All statements regarding yarn, needles, notions, and other fiber-related products are my own genuine opinions. If you have any questions, you can reach me by email at thechesapeakeneedle@gmail.com.

SHARING

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