The Essential Beanie is knitted from the bottom up in the round with double-stranded yarn. Worked classic twisted rib, the beanie has enough length to experiment with cuff styles. The doubled-up alpaca yarn gives it extra structure and warmth. This unisex style makes for a wonderful handmade gift.

Finished Width - 9 in / 23 cm
Finished Length - 10.5 in / 26 cm
Size: One Size / Unisex

MATERIALS

2x Skeins of Juniper Moon Farm Herriot in Buckwheat (worked with two strands held together)
US7 / 4.5 mm 16 in / 40 cm circular needles
US7 / 4.5 mm double-pointed needles (set of 5)
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers x 3 (one in a contrast color)

YARN DETAILS

Fiber Content: 100% Baby Alpaca
Weight: DK, Light Worsted
Weight/Yardage: 100 g / 218 yds / 200 m
Care: Hand Wash, Dry Flat
Country Of Origin: Bolivia

Note: Needle size is suggested, please adjust up or down to achieve gauge outlined below.

GAUGE

On US7 / 4.5 mm needles with 2 strands held together, work 21 sts over 24 rows = 4x4 in / 10x10 cm

SKILL LEVEL Advanced Beginner