Pixel Beanie by MINGBI LUO

Pixel Beanie

Knitting
January 2025
all 3 are used in this pattern
Aran (8 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 33.5 rows = 4 inches
in Color Patterned Garter Stitch
US 9 - 5.5 mm
164 - 219 yards (150 - 200 m)
O/S
English
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PDF Pattern includes:
Written explanation
Pattern chart
Photo reference
Video link for technique

Difficulty: Intermediate

Pixel beanie is inspired by pixel art, the opposite idea of precious graphic drawings. This abstract accessory features pixelated color-pattern, double layered brim and flower shaped top tip.

Pixel beanie is worked from bottom up in one piece.

SIZES
One Size

BEANIE MEASUREMENTS
Brim Circumference: 52 cm 20.5 inches
Overall Length: 22 cm 8.6 inches

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
5.5 mm US 9 circular needles ( 40 or 60 cm 16 or 24 inches )
OR required needle size to obtain gauge

SIZE GUIDE
Pixel beanie is designed to have a comfortable negative wearing ease with a thick brim to give ears a warm hug. Fit head circumference 54-60 cm 21.25-23.5 inches.

KNITTING DENSITY
In color patterned garter stitch using 5.5 mm US 9 needles
15 sts x 33.5 rounds = 10 x 10 cm 4 x 4 inches

SUGGESTED MATERIALS
Color A (Dark Brown):
200 m. Woolfolk, TOV, 100 gr. / 158 m - T05

Color B (Light Brown):
100 m. Woolfolk, Flette Bulky, 100 gr. / 120 m - FB08

Color C (Cream):
100 m. Woolfolk, TAGE, 50 gr. / 130 m - 21

Knit the beanie with 1 strand of suggested yarn.

Yarn Alternatives
1 strand of aran weight yarn would be a good choice
OR
1 strand of DK weight yarn with 1 strand of fingering weight yarn held together