Description
The December Beanie is a classic double-brimmed knitting pattern with a close-fitting cap-style shape, designed to suit both men and women.
Written for six yarn weights, from DK through to Super Chunky, the December Beanie is worked with a strand of lace-weight mohair held together with the main yarn to create a beautifully soft, warm fabric with a subtle halo.
The simple one-round pattern repeat is worked over a multiple of eight stitches, making this an easy design to customise and experiment with. Instructions are included for both a provisional cast-on and a simpler alternative method for creating the wonderfully squishy double brim.
Skill Level ~
Adventurous beginner.
Method ~
Knitted from the brim up in the round with the main yarn held together with a strand of lace-weight mohair. The double brim can be created using the provisional cast-on included in the pattern or a simpler alternative method.
Size ~
Approximately 23 cm / 9″ wide × 21 cm / 8.25″ tall.
To fit an adult head circumference of approximately 56 cm / 22″–61 cm / 24″.
Finished measurements vary slightly between yarn weights.
Yarn ~
DK
MC 114 m / 125 yds · CC 108 m / 118 yds
Aran/Worsted
MC 68 m / 74 yds · CC 70 m / 77 yds
Light Chunky
MC 52 m / 57 yds · CC 54 m / 59 yds
Chunky
MC 50 m / 55 yds · CC 51 m / 56 yds
Light Super Chunky
MC 48 m / 52 yds · CC 50 m / 55 yds
Super Chunky
MC 38 m / 42 yds · CC 40 m / 44 yds
MC refers to the main yarn and CC to the lace-weight mohair held together with it. All yarn amounts are approximate.
Suggested Yarns ~
DK
Malabrigo Dos Tierras, Malabrigo Arroyo
Aran/Worsted
Malabrigo Rios, Juniper Moon Farm Moonstone
Light Chunky
Malabrigo Mecha, We Are Knitters The Petite Wool
Chunky
Malabrigo Chunky, Manos del Uruguay Cardo
Light Super Chunky
Malabrigo Noventa, Manos del Uruguay Franca
Super Chunky
Malabrigo Rasta, Baah Yarn Mammoth
Lace-weight Mohair
Malabrigo Mohair, DROPS Kid-Silk, Yarnsmiths Kid Silk Mohair
You can substitute suitable yarns provided you meet the stated gauge and achieve a fabric you are happy with.
Needles and Gauge ~
Needle sizes are given in the pattern for each yarn weight. Use 40 cm / 16″ circular needles and DPNs in the required sizes, or sizes needed to obtain gauge.
DK
22 sts & 32 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 13
Aran/Worsted
18 sts & 26 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 11
Light Chunky
16 sts & 24 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 10
Chunky
14 sts & 20 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 8
Light Super Chunky
12 sts & 16 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 7
Super Chunky
10 sts & 14 rnds = 10 cm / 4″
WPI: 6
Gauge is measured in the round using the larger recommended needle size for each yarn weight. Measurements should be taken unstretched and unblocked. Needle sizes are recommended; use the sizes required to obtain gauge.
Notions ~
40 cm / 16″ circular needles in sizes required
DPNs for decreases
Crochet hook in a similar size to needles
Waste yarn
Stitch marker
Darning needle
Pom-pom and tag, if desired
Techniques ~
Provisional cast-on or backward-loop cast-on
Picking up stitches
Knit
Purl
Decreasing
Closing the top
Weaving in ends
The December Beanie pattern has been extensively tested and tech edited. However, if you do spot any errors, please do get in touch.
Please note: this listing is for a digital PDF knitting pattern. No physical item will be sent.
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You are welcome to sell finished items you create using the pattern. Pattern credit to Audacious Ewe in your advertising and listings is always appreciated.
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Should you need any assistance with your pattern, please email hello@audaciousewe.co.uk.
Kind regards,
Karysha
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