This is a beginner knitting pattern for knitters who would like to experiment with colour transitions. This Dragonfruit Beanie is worked in the round from the brim to the crown. A pom pom is optional to top off the fruit hat. In order to knit up a beanie that resembles a dragonfruit, it is recommended that a reddish colour yarn be used for the brim, white or off-white yarn for the base and black yarn for the “seeds”.

This pattern has written instructions on how to knit a beanie for the following sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, toddler, child, and adult.

SUGGESTED NEEDLE SIZE:
Size US13/9mm 16” circular knitting needles
Size US15/10mm 16” circular knitting needles

SUGGESTED YARNS:
Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease Thick & Quick in Raspberry, Fisherman, and Black or other Super Bulky Weight (6) yarn in similar colours.

YARDAGE:
Approx. 53 yds in Fisherman, 25 yds in Raspberry, 10 yds in Black for Adult

GAUGE:
4” x 4” = 9 sts x 12 rows in stockinette stitch on US13/9mm needles

OTHER NOTIONS NEEDED:
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle
US13/9mm double pointed needles (optional)
Measuring tape