Skill Level Beginner
This really sweet baby slouch beanie is worked in the round and finished with a 3-needle bind off. It’s a great gift for new parents. I designed this simple hat for my tie-dyed yarn, Cotton Candy, available in my Etsy Shop: ShainaBilowDesigns
It would be very adorable in any other sport weight, though I don’t know if the colors would pool the same way!
Construction Details
Worked in the round on 16” circular needles and then completed using DPN (you can work magic loop or two circulars methods if you prefer).
Techniques Necessary
Cast on
Joining in the round
Knit
K2tog
SSK
3-needle bind off
Finished Measurements
12.5” circumference x 6.5” depth
Yarn
Sport weight (CYCA #2) 146 yards
Yarn used in the sample is “Cotton Candy” by Shaina Bilow Designs. 100% mercerized cotton, 146 yards per 50g ball
Gauge
24 stitches and 32 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch
Needles
US 4 (3.5mm) circular needles 16” and DPN
Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain correct gauge
Other Materials
Tapestry needle, stitch marker
NOTE: If you are using Cotton Candy, make sure you choose a color that will pool (most of them do!). You must also make sure to achieve the correct gauge or colors may not pool.