The graphic grid pattern on this beanie is easy to achieve without having to worry about fussy stranded colour work.

I’ve cheated and knitted basic horizontal stripes, then added the vertical stripes with duplicate stitch. It saves having lots of loose strands of yarn on the inside of your beanie, and also saves on yarn as well.

I’ve written instructions for knitting flat (with 2 needles) and also for knitting in the round. Pick the style of knitting that you are most comfortable with.

You will need:

Red Heart Heat Wave Yarn in Radio – 1/2 a ball (about 90m/99yds)
Red Heart Heat Wave Yarn in Sandy Shores – 1/5 of a ball (about 36m/40yds) plus extra for pom pom
5mm straight needles (or cable if preferred)
Yarn Needle
Pom Pom maker of choice