★ A colorwork beanie for the whole family

The Cavit Beanie is great for anyone and a fun design that’s quick to work up. It’s also a great introduction to knit colorwork.

The pattern includes a video showing how to knit the crossovers without a cable needle. With six sizes from newborn to adult men, you can make matching hats for everyone.

✨ What makes it work

• Beginner friendly colorwork. Two colors and a simple pattern.
• No cable needle. A video shows how to knit the crossovers without one.
• Six sizes. Newborn through adult.

✂️ What you’ll need

• Yarn: Chroma, Knit Picks, 60 to 140 yds total. Colors shown: Surfs Up (A, 30 to 70 yds) and Natural (B, 30 to 70 yds). Also shown in Worsted, Malabrigo, in Polar Morn (A) and Natural (B).
• Love a swap? Tosh Merino, Madelinetosh · Mochi Plus, Crystal Palace Yarns · Maxima, Manos del Uruguay · Aire Valley Aran, West Yorkshire Spinners
• Needles: US 8 (5.0mm) circular needles or DPNs
• Tools: Yarn Needle

✿ Sizes

• Newborn (3 to 6 months, 6 to 12 months, Child, Adult Women, Adult Men)
• Circumference: 14 in (16 in, 18 in, 20 in, 22 in, 24 in)
• Depth: 5 in (5.75 in, 6.5 in, 7.75 in, 8.5 in, 9.25 in)
• Fit: A snug beanie as written. For a slouchier hat, work 1 to 2 more repeats, which needs more yarn.

⭐ Good to know

• Terms: US knitting terms

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