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The Mega Merrily Marled Beanie is a cozy, bottom-up hat designed for bulky weight yarn, making it a quick and satisfying knit. It features a one-by-one tubular cast on for a clean, professional edge that flows seamlessly into the ribbed fabric, ensuring a comfortable, flexible fit. Wear it cuffed or slouchy - whatever suits your style!

This pattern is perfect for stash diving and experimenting with color. The marled effect is created by holding multiple strands of lighter-weight yarn together, allowing for endless combinations. Whether you’re using leftovers or planning a custom color mix, the Mega Merrily Marled Beanie knits up fast and is as fun to make as it is to wear!

The yarn possibilities are endless. This is a great project for stash diving. Try pairing solids, tonals, speckles, or even self-striping yarns for a unique look. Have fun with it!

Skills
Knit

Purl

Knitting in the round

Pass Slipped Stitch Over

Slip

Knit 2 Together

Slip Slip Knit

Tubular Cast On

Sizing
Baby, Toddler, Child (Ladies, Gents)

Finished Measurements
Circumference: 11, 12.5, 15.5 (17.5, 21)”/28, 32, 39 (44, 53)cm
Choose a size with 3-4”/7-10cm negative ease.

Gauge
18 stitches and 20 rows over 4”/10cm in 1x1 rib on US 10.5 (6.5mm) needles in the round, blocked

Materials
Yarn
25, 60, 100 (130, 175) yards/25, 55, 90 (120, 160) meters per strand
Sample shown in: Fingering + Fingering + Lace + Lace + Lace
Fingering: Hedgehog Fibres Sock in ‘Zephyr’ (90% Superwash Merino/10% Nylon, 437 yards per 100g skein)
Fingering: Manos del Uruguay Alegria in ‘Popsicle’ (75% Superwash Merino/25% Polyamide)
Lace x 3: Malabrigo Lace Merino in ‘Archangel,’ ‘Fucsia,’ and ‘Cactus Flower’ (100% Baby Merino Wool, 470 yards per 50g skein)

The pattern includes a chart for creating different combinations based on your stash.

Needles
US 10.5 (6.5mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
Use your preferred needles for working a small circumference in the round (DPNs, 1 long circular, 2 short circulars, or shorties).
Notions
Scissors

5, 6, 7 (8, 9) Stitch markers + 1 unique stitch marker for the beginning of round

Tapestry needle