Qilin Beanie by Jenny Noto

Qilin Beanie

Knitting
December 2023
Any gauge - designed for any gauge ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette in the round on worsted weight yarn
US 7 - 4.5 mm
US 8 - 5.0 mm
US 10 - 6.0 mm
US 11 - 8.0 mm
US 13 - 9.0 mm
US 15 - 10.0 mm
80 - 135 yards (73 - 123 m)
Adult size in multiple yarn weights
English
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Qilin is a mythical creature found in Chinese folklore and generally have Chinese dragon-like features. Its body is either partially or fully scaled, hence the name for this beanie. Qilin is also known for its grace and beauty, believed to be benevolent creatures, symbolizing wisdom and pure goodness.

Skill level: Advanced Beginner

Super bulky ~ 80 - 85 yards (2 versions)
US 11/8mm 16” circular needles
US 13/9mm 16” circular needles
US 15/10mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns

Light super bulky/ Bulky ~ 90 - 100 yards
US 10.5/6.5mm 16” circular needles
US 11/8mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns

Light bulky ~ 105 - 115 yards
US 8/5mm 16” circular needles
US 10/6mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns

Aran ~ 123 - 130 yards
US 7/4.5mm 16” circular needles
US 9/5.5mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns

Worsted ~ 125 - 135 yards
US 7/4.5mm 16” circular needles
US 8/5mm 16” circular needles and/or dpns

  • Stitch marker
  • Tapestry needle
  • Scissors

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