2 basic stitches are combined to create a textured bulky fabric, transformed into a stylish beanie.

Materials: 1 skein Koozoo, shown in #7027

Sizes: 1 (2, 3): with 19.25 (21, 22.5)” / 49 (53.5, 57) cm head circumference & 8” / 20.5 cm height (unfolded brim). Size 3 shown with no ease

Needle: US 11 / 8 mm needles (24” / 60 cm long and a longer one to work magic loop easily or DPNs)

Notions: 1 stitch marker, tapestry needle

Gauge: 10 sts x 17 rnds = 4” / 10 cm square in Hurdle stitch, steam blocked

Skill level: Easy

Techniques: Garter stitch, 1x1 rib, decreasing

Construction Notes:
This beanie is worked in the round, bottom-up. Starting with a 1x1 rib brim, the work is continued in the Hurdle stitch, a textured stitch pattern constructed with 1x1 rib and Garter stitch. Stitches are decreased in Garter rounds to shape the crown.