I've had many requests for this little beanie pattern ,
so I thought i'd write it up and share it with you all. This is an
extremely simple and quick knit. Cast on at the beginning of a DVD,
and you could be casting off as the credits roll!
The following measurements fit my Ziggy's 49cm head perfectly,
however, they are meant to be used as a guide only. Decide how wide
you would like your beanie to be, then cast on the appropriate number
of stitches to suit your preferences and choice of yarn.
DETAILS
Finished measurements:
18"/47 cm long x 8"/20cm wide
Yarn:
Any bulky yarn would work well. I've used Moda Vera Shiver (super soft
for a little persons head, and it drapes beautifully). 2 x 50 gram
balls.
[approximately 90m of yarn]
Needles and Notions:
1 pair 7.5mm needles
Tapestry needle
Gauge:
Not important in this pattern.
Using Provisional Cast on on method, cast on 25 stitches.
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: Purl
Starting with Row 3, be sure to slip (as if to purl) the last three stitches on each KNIT row. This will give you and i-cord trim to keep the edge from curling.
Row 3: Knit (being sure to slip the last 3 stitches!)
Row 4: Purl
Repeat Rows 3 & 4 until your piece is long enough to wrap around your child's head.
Break
working yarn, leaving a tail long enough for grafting. Remove
provisional stitches and place live sitches on needle. Knit into the
little half stitch at the end of the non i-cord edge to make up equal
number of stiches on each needle.
Using Kitchener Stitch, graft the 2 sets of live stitches together.
Join top seam, making sure the grafted section is placed at middle back of hat.
Add tassles, and enjoy!