{"id":10224,"date":"2024-02-14T09:41:11","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T17:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/?p=10224"},"modified":"2024-03-18T09:06:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T16:06:44","slug":"knitting-a-beanie-tutorial-for-beginners-with-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/knitting-a-beanie-tutorial-for-beginners-with-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Knitting a Beanie Tutorial for Beginners {with Pattern}"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Knit beanie tutorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dive into the world of knitting with our beginner-friendly guide to crafting your very own beanie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This tutorial and pattern break down the process into simple, manageable steps, complete with a detailed pattern and essential tips for using worsted-weight yarn and double-pointed needles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re new to knitting or looking to brush up on your skills, this project is the perfect starting point to create a warm, stylish beanie to add to your winter wardrobe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Materials<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Worsted weight yarn (approximately 200 yards)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Set of size 8 (5.0 mm) double-pointed needles (DPNs) (you will need 4 needles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Yarn needle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Gauge<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Size<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Adult (one size fits most)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Ribbing<\/strong> (brim)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Cast on 70 stitches (separate the stitches between 3 double-pointed needles: 25, 25, 20)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Join in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Place a stitch marker to mark the beginning of the round.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Work in K1, P<\/em>1 ribbing for 5 inches (5 cm).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Body<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      Knit 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Purl 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Knit 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Purl 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Knit 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Purl 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Knit 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Purl 4 rows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Decrease rounds<\/strong>: the crown<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      <\/strong>Round 1: Knit 8, K2tog, all the way around<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 2: Knit 7, K2tog, all the way around<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 3: Knit 6, K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 4: Knit 5, K2tog, all the way around<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 5: Knit 4, K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 6: Knit 3, K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 7: Knit 2, K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 8: Knit 1, K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Round 9: K2tog, all the way around <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Finishing<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail of about 6 inches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Thread the yarn through a yarn needle and slide it through the remaining stitches on the needles. Pull tight to close the top of the beanie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Weave in all loose ends using a yarn needle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Knit beanie tutorials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        These three YouTube videos will guide you through the process step-by-step. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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