Moss Stitch Beanie Pattern

This cozy moss stitch beanie is perfect for keeping your head warm in the colder months.

Materials

• Yarn: 1 skein of worsted weight yarn (Imperial Needle Size: US 8, UK Old 6, Metric 5mm)
• Needles: One set of double-pointed needles (Imperial Needle Size: US 8, UK Old 6, Metric 5mm)
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors

Gauge

20 stitches x 28 rows = 4 inches in moss stitch

Instructions

1. Cast on 72 stitches.
2. Join in the round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
3. Work in moss stitch (alternating knit and purl rounds) until the hat measures 8 inches from the cast-on edge.
4. Begin decrease rounds:Round 1: *K6, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 2 and all even rounds: Knit.Round 3: *K5, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 5: *K4, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 7: *K3, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 9: *K2, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 11: *K1, k2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Round 13: *K2tog; repeat from * to end of round.Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches, pull tight, and secure.
5. Weave in ends using a tapestry needle.

Your moss stitch beanie is now ready to keep you warm and stylish!