Stay warm and stylish with this cozy chunky cable beanie! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, this pattern is perfect for you. The beautiful cable design adds a touch of elegance to this classic winter accessory. Let's get started!
", 'skill_level': 'Intermediate', 'materials': {'yarn': {'brand': 'Acrylic Alpaca Blend', 'weight': 'Bulky', 'color': 'Charcoal Gray', 'yardage': 120}, 'needles': {'us': 10, 'uk': 4, 'metric': 6}, 'other_materials': ['Cable needle', 'Stitch marker', 'Tapestry needle']}, 'gauge': {'measurement': '4x4 inches in stockinette stitch', 'stitches': 14, 'rows': 18}, 'size': 'Adult, one size fits most', 'pattern': ['Cast on: Using long tail cast on method, cast on 64 stitches.
', 'Ribbing: *K2, P2; repeat from * to end of round. Repeat this round for 2 inches.
', 'Body: Knit all stitches for 5 inches.', '
Cable pattern:
', 'Rounds 1-4: *P2, C6B*; repeat from * to end of round.
', 'Rounds 5-8: *P2, K6*; repeat from * to end of round.
', 'Repeat rounds 1-8 until hat measures 8 inches from cast on edge.', '
Crown shaping:
', 'Round 1: *P2tog, K6*; repeat from * to end of round.
', 'Round 2: *P1, K2tog, P1, K5*; repeat from * to end of round.
', 'Round 3: *P1, K2tog, P1, K4*; repeat from * to end of round.
', 'Continue in this manner, decreasing the knit stitches by one each repeat, until 8 stitches remain.', '
Finishing:
', 'Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Draw tail through remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the beanie.
', 'Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle. Block the beanie to shape if desired.
']}