This simple ribbed beanie knits up quickly into a beautiful, warm hat that is a great go-to accessory for cold weather. The pattern is perfect for gift knitting as it includes many sizes and options for a short beanie or one with a rolled up brim.

The fabric is very stretchy, so pick a size based on the sizes listed rather than the finished measurements.

Sizes:
To fit up to 12 (14, 16, 18, 20, 22)“ head circumference

Finished Measurements:
Approximately 7 (8.25, 9.5, 10.75, 11.75, 13)” circumference (not stretched) and 5 (5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5)” tall

Materials:
US Size 9 (5.5mm) DPNs
Knit Picks Chroma Twist Bulky- Sandpiper; 1 ball for short version and 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 2) for folded brim version
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Yarn needle

Gauge:
18 sts and 22 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch