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# CLASSIC RIBBED BEANIE

A timeless ribbed beanie worked seamlessly in the round from brim to crown. The k2p2 ribbing creates excellent stretch and warmth, making this a perfect beginner project that looks polished and professional.

## FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
- **Circumference**: 21" (53 cm) unstretched, stretches comfortably to fit 22-23" (56-58 cm) head
- **Height**: 8.5" (21.5 cm)

## MATERIALS
- **Yarn**: Isager Tweed (fingering weight; 100% wool; approx 115 m/50g)
  - Yardage needed: 225 m (2 skeins)
  - You have: 400 m available
- **Needles**: 
  - US 3 (3.25 mm) 16" circular needle for main body
  - US 3 (3.25 mm) double-pointed needles (set of 4 or 5) for crown shaping
  - Or size needed to obtain gauge
- **Notions**: 
  - Stitch marker
  - Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

## GAUGE
25 sts and 32 rounds = 4" (10 cm) in k2p2 ribbing (unstretched), worked in the round

*Taking time to check your gauge will ensure proper fit!*

## ABBREVIATIONS
- **k**: knit
- **p**: purl
- **k2tog**: knit 2 stitches together (right-leaning decrease)
- **p2tog**: purl 2 stitches together
- **st(s)**: stitch(es)
- **pm**: place marker
- **sm**: slip marker
- **rnd(s)**: round(s)

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## PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS

### BRIM
Using circular needle, cast on **132 sts**. [Math check: 132 ÷ 4 = 33 repeats ✓]

Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist stitches. Place marker to indicate beginning of round.

**Ribbing Setup:**
Rnd 1: *K2, p2; repeat from * to end of rnd. [33 repeats of k2p2 = 132 sts ✓]

Repeat Rnd 1 until piece measures **2"** (5 cm) from cast-on edge (approximately 16 rounds).

### BODY
Continue in established k2p2 ribbing pattern (k2, p2 around) until piece measures **7"** (18 cm) from cast-on edge (approximately 56 rounds total).

*Tip: The ribbing should look consistent - two knit columns followed by two purl columns stacking vertically.*

### CROWN SHAPING
**Note**: Switch to double-pointed needles when stitches become too tight on circular needle (typically after Decrease Rnd 3 or 4).

**Decrease Rnd 1**: *K2, p2tog; repeat from * to end. [33 repeats: 33 × 3 = 99 sts remain ✓]

**Rnd 2**: *K2, p1; repeat from * to end.

**Decrease Rnd 3**: *K2tog, p1; repeat from * to end. [33 repeats: 33 × 2 = 66 sts remain ✓]

**Rnd 4**: *K1, p1; repeat from * to end.

**Decrease Rnd 5**: *K2tog; repeat from * to end. [66 ÷ 2 = 33 sts remain ✓]

**Rnd 6**: Knit all sts.

**Decrease Rnd 7**: *K2tog, k1; repeat from * to end. [33 ÷ 3 = 11 repeats: 11 × 2 = 22 sts remain ✓]

**Decrease Rnd 8**: *K2tog; repeat from * to end. [22 ÷ 2 = 11 sts remain ✓]

**Final Rnd**: *K2tog; repeat from * around, k1. [5 sts remain + 1 st = 6 sts total... RECHECK: 11 sts ÷ 2 = 5 repeats + 1 remaining, so result is 6 sts ✓]

### FINISHING
Cut yarn, leaving an 8" tail. Thread tail through tapestry needle and draw through remaining 6 sts. Pull tight to close hole at top of hat. Weave tail to wrong side and secure.

Weave in cast-on tail at brim.

Block lightly by steaming or dampening and shaping to measurements, if desired.

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## PATTERN NOTES
- This hat is worked entirely in k2p2 ribbing for maximum stretch and warmth
- The ribbing creates a fabric that naturally draws in, so the unstretched measurement is smaller than the head circumference it will fit
- Isager Tweed is a rustic, tweedy yarn that softens with wear and blocking
- For a longer slouchy beanie, work the body section for an additional 2-3" before beginning crown shaping

## CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
- **Pompom**: Add a purchased or handmade pompom to the crown for extra style
- **Brim variation**: Work 3" of ribbing instead of 2" for a fold-up cuff
- **Stripes**: Change colors every 10-12 rounds in the body section for a striped effect

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**Design Notes**: This pattern uses 225 meters of your available 400 meters, leaving you with 175 meters for another small project or to make a matching cowl!