Last minute pressie-buying panic setting in? Relax – whip up a couple of these super-speedy hats using our beanie knitting pattern. This chunky, stretchy hat will fit (and suit) most adults, and you can customise it by switching up shades, or adding a contrast colour pom pom. The ball of yarn used is enough to make two separate hats – ideal for express gift making or making mum and her little one matching beanies! Want to go the extra mile? Combine this beanie knitting pattern with some fox slippers and our scarf with pockets knitting pattern for the ultimate knitting bundle. They'd make a really sweet gift for knitters and non-knitters alike.
If you’re a newbie to knitting, try and keep your stitches as loose as possible. Many new knitters will knit very tightly which makes it difficult to knit the next row. We have a knitting for beginners guide to help you master the techniques used in this tutorial so you can make it even if you're new to knitting. Beanie knitting pattern still too difficult? Check out our knitting kits blog post which has loads of hat-making kits that are designed for complete beginners and come with everything you need.
What you’ll need:
• Cascade Magnum yarn, 100% Highland Peruvian Wool, 250g/112m per ball, one ball in Birch Heather (9564) • 15mm (US19) straight needles •Tapestry needle • 65mm pom pom maker, available at Hobbycraft • Scissors
Tension:
7 stitches and 10 rows to 10cm (4″) over stocking stitch using 15mm needles
Abbreviation (UK)
st(s) stitch(es) k knit p purl k2tog knit 2 sts together
Head to our knitting abbreviations chart and yarn weight conversion chart for more help.
Finished size
Approx 36cm (14″) around the brim and 25cm (10″) high (excluding pom pom)
Speedy beanie knitting pattern
The hat is made in one piece from the brim to the top. The side seam is sewn and a pom pom added. Using the long-tail cast-on method will ensure the edge is stretchy. Cast on 32 stitches using the long tail method. We have articles specifically for how to cast on knitting and how to cast off knitting if you need extra help.
