The first snowflakes falling in a storm tend to drift and wander with the wind - this beanie pattern uses strategically slipped stitches to capture the effect of dancing snowflakes. It is written for both bulky and super bulky weight yarns. Malabrigo Mecha and Malabrigo Rasta are great choices here; the simple and elegant texture of the pattern brings out the colour depth of these hand-dyed merino yarns.

Video tutorials are included for each special stitch used, so it is suitable for advanced beginner knitters.

Pattern has been written for BOTH bulky and super bulky weight yarns.

Method:
Knit in the round, bottom up.

Skill Level:
Beginner+
Video links included.

Sizes:
3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-3 years, small, medium, large.
Additional sizes are easy to add if required.

Materials:
Bulky / chunky (weight 5) merino yarn
5mm (US 8, UK 6), 40cm (16”) circular needles

6mm (US 10, UK 4), 40cm (16”) circular needles

Super bulky / super chunky (weight 6) merino yarn
8mm (US 11, UK 0), 40cm (16”) circular needles
10mm (US 15, UK 000), 40cm (16”) circular needles

Other items:
Stitch marker
DPNs = double pointed needles (optional)
Cable needle / spare DPN (optional)
Yarn needle
Scissors
Faux fur pom pom (optional)

Thank you for joining me on this knitting adventure!