Seed Stitch Beanie ❄️⛄️ made with ChicSheepYarn! It is a free and speedy pattern with a 2 stitch repeat. It is perfect for #beginnerknitters. The trick here is that it is worked up by holding 2 strands of yarn together with large gauge needles. The pattern is so simple that you can totally multi-task with whatever TV show you’re currently bingeing on. Promise! And, it will make for the easiest holiday gift! Enjoy!

 Pattern Notes:

This pattern is worked from the band ribbing up to top, using two strands of yarn at the same time. It is a simple pattern that only uses knit an purl stitches so it works up quickly! The pattern works up as a circular tube with the top open to be gathered/cinched closed to create the texture at the top. The pattern can be increased/decreased with multiples of 2 sts.

Sizing and Gauge:

This pattern is written for a Medium Adult and the pattern can be increased/decreased with multiples of 2 sts. Work up a swatch and see sizing chart below to adjust for sizing.

Gauge: 4″ x 4″ (10 cm x 10 cm): 12sts, 16rows

Materials:

2 colours of your choice, Medium weight [4]· I used Red Heart Chic Sheep in:

Color A: Fairy Tale (pink)

Color B: Sterling (grey)

· US 11 / 8.0mm circular knitting needles, with 9in cord· Tapestry needle· Pom maker

Abbreviations:

Sts: Stitches

K: Knit

P: Purl

Pattern:

Begin Band:

With two strands of Color A: Cast on 56 sts.  

Continue in rounds using a stitch market to mark the beginning of the round.

Ribbing:

Round 1-5: *K1, P1* Repeat around

Body: work seed stitch

Round 1: *K1, p1* repeat around

Round 2: *P1, K1* repeat from * around

Repeat round 1-2 to desired length. Bind off leaving a long tail that will be used to cinch the top closed.

Begin closing the hat:

Turn the hat inside-out. Using the tail, sew a loose running stitch across the top of the hat. Cinch it tight to close the hat and weave in the end well and firmly.

Turn back right-side out.  Weave in ends.

Create and attach pom: see link below on step-by-step instructions: