This pattern is in testing now and will be released on November 11, 2024

This bandana-style beanie with a three-part construction is worked flat in a textured rib with a button closure, allowing you to wear it multiple ways. Button it at the back and tuck the point for a snug beanie style with a playful “cat ears” effect, or drape it across your head to bring the allure of a kerchief in the cold. Wearing it around your hair and under your chin is very Hepburn for winter.

This bandana beanie is worked flat in rows from a ribbed brim to the triangular point. To ensure a snug fit, short rows are used to form the body, which consists of two quarters of a circle that overlap one another. Then, side decreases and a neat, continuous slip stitch edge are worked over cental stitches to shape the triangle. An I-cord edge can be added to trim the curved line if desired.

Size and Finished Measurements
Toddler (Child S, Child M, Adult S) Adult M
to fit head circumference of
18 (20, 21, 22) 24 “ / 46 (51, 53, 56) 61 cm
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Brim Length: 16½ (18¾, 20, 20¾) 22¾ “ /
41 (47, 50, 52) 57 cm
Height (from brim to the point): 11 (12, 12, 13) 15 “ /
27 (30, 30, 32) 37 cm
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Shown in Adult S Version

Materials
DK weight yarn - approx. 132 (160, 172, 190) 232 yds / 121 (147, 158, 175) 213 m or 1 ball of
Sky by DROPS Design
(74% Alpaca, 18% Polyamide, 8% Wool; 208 yds / 190 m per 50 g ball)
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US 4 / 3.5 mm needle for Rib
US 6 / 4 mm needle for Pattern stitch
If necessary, adjust needle size to obtain accurate gauge
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stitch marker, double pointed needles (optional), tapestry needle, 1 ¾ “ / 2 cm diameter button

Gauge
(blocked)
21 sts and 30 rows = 4”/10 cm in Rib 1x1
23 sts and 32 rows = 4”/10 cm in Seed Rib

Pattern Difficulty
Intermediate

Skills Required
Alternate Cable cast on, knit, purl, short rows (wrap and turn method), basic decreasing, applied I-cord (optional)