Ideal pattern for new knitters wishing to work in the round on double pointed needles for the first time. Knitted from the top down, there is the option of having one or more I-cords for detail, or a plain beanie.

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Pattern updated 19/06/14 - please download the latest version!

Yarn
160yd/146m/100g Chunky weight, single ply yarn.

Needles & Notions
Set 5mm/UK6/US8 DPNs/Circular or size needed to obtain gauge
Stitch marker as necessary
Tapestry needle

Gauge
16 sts x 20 rows to 4in/10cm on 5mm needles over St.St.

Sizes
To fit sizes: 20 (21, 23) in/51 (53.5, 58.5) cm
Finished size: 18 (19.5, 21) in/46 (49.5, 53) cm

Sample details
Shown in HandPaintedYarn.com Ejido (160yd/148m per 100g; 100% Wool)
Shown in size 23in/58.5cm on model with 21in/53.5cm circumference head

Skills required
Knit & purl sts, knitting in the round, increases & decreases, I-cords

Accessibility Statement
The main PDF for this pattern is colour blind accessible. It uses black text on a white background and does not rely on colour.

Published 2006
Product code: WW017F