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Live Wired Beanie
This pattern offers a fun alternative to commonly constructed beanie hats. Using approximately 150-160 yards of sock weight yarn and size 3 needles, you build this hat using short row sections. Accent rows are inserted along the way forming a wonderful look of color and style. A light weight and snug fitting beanie, it wears well in most all seasons and climates.
USE UP YOUR STASH. Mix & match. Use your favorite sock yarn to create this fun to wear beanie.
Finished Size - 7.5 inches long/ 9 inches wide (flat)
Yarn Requirements
Main Color - 140 - 150 yards
Contrast Color - 10 yards
Needles
US Size 3 (3.25mm) - Hat
US Size 2 (2.75mm) - Ribbing
Techniques Required
Provisional cast on
Short Row technique (pattern includes quick tutorial)
Pick up stitches
Three needle bind off
Stretchy bind off
Pattern includes reference section with helpful technique links.
Pattern support is available over at galzanne knits
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- First published: September 2012
- Page created: October 7, 2012
- Last updated: November 30, 2021 …
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