Buffalo Plaid Beanie by Ruthie Thompson

Buffalo Plaid Beanie

Knitting
July 2023
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 7 - 4.5 mm
180 - 200 yards (165 - 183 m)
One Size, although pattern can easily be adapted to other sizes.
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Skill Level: Intermediate
Skills Needed: Fair Isle color work, knitting in the round, using a chart, decreases.

Sizes: One Size

Materials:
MC: 110 yards worsted weight yarn
CC: 100 yards worsted weight yarn
US size 7/4.5mm-16 inch circular needle
US size 74.5mm- DPNs or longer size 7/4.5mm circular needle for magic loop to complete crown of hat.
US size 5/3.75mm-16 inch circular needle for ribbing.
Stitch marker
Scissors
Tapestry needle

Gauge: 5 stitches and 6 rows = 1 inch in St st.

Pattern Notes:
This hat is designed to fit close to the head in a beanie style. For a looser fitting hat, go up one needle size and add 1-2 inches of length prior to beginning crown decreases. Additional yarn will be needed for a larger size.