Baby beanie by Kate Elton

Baby beanie

Knitting
June 2023
DK (11 wpi) ?
23 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking stitch
US 3 - 3.25 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
208 - 252 yards (190 - 230 m)
Newborn, 0 - 3, 3 - 9, 9 - 18
English
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This is my go-to baby beanie pattern because it’s quick and simple! The rolled band gives a secure and snug fit. It’s best knitted in merino wool which gives some stretch to the beanie and is soft for a baby’s head. It’s a perfect pattern for beginner knitters who want to learn to knit in the round.

Sizes: Newborn (0 - 3, 3 - 9, 9 - 18)
To fit: 35cm (40cm, 45cm, 50cm)
Yarn: I have listed some suggested 8ply / DK merino wool yarns, all of which I have made the beanie with before.
Amount: 100g including pom pom

Needles:

  • 3.25mm (US 3) x 40cm circular needles
  • 4mm (US 6) x 40cm circular needles
  • 4mm (US 6) x 4 double-pointed needles OR 4mm (US 6) x 80cm circular needles

Tools:

  • 3 x stitch markers (1 different from the other 2)
  • Yarn needle
  • Cardboard and scissors for a pom pom (or pom pom maker)