The Backroads Beanie is a classic silhouette featuring braided cables and a bit of lace. This cozy hat has a wide ribbing cuff to make sure the ears stay toasty. Knit it in worsted weight for a lighter winter beanie, or choose aran weight for a sturdy, warm hat.

Needles & Notions

Main Needle: US 6 / 4.0 mm in 16” circular and DPNS or long circular for the Magic Loop method
Ribbing Needle: US 4 / 3.5 mm 16” circular needle
Notions: Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Sizing
S/M (L/XL)
19 (22)” 48.25(56)cm)
To Fit Head Circumference:
21.5 - 22.5 (23 - 24)” 54.5-57(58.5-61)cm

Gauge

Worsted Weight
21 stitches over 4”/ 10cm on smaller needle in ribbing, lightly blocked.

Aran Weight
18 stitches over 4”/ 10cm on smaller needle in ribbing, lightly blocked.

Yarn
Approximately 190(245) yards 174(210)meters of any worsted or aran weight yarn

Techniques

Cables with Cable Needle, Cables without Cable Needle, Lace Yarn Overs, Decreasing