The Ribbed Shaped Beanie pattern works up semi flat and is sewn up at the back. It uses the double crochet stitch in the back loop and the pattern is complete over 4 rows so you can make it bigger or smaller by adjusting the number of repeats.

I found the closing of the top to be easy and clean so you can wear it without a pom-pom (yay!!!)

I created the pattern in a way that you can determine the size you want by adjusting the starting chain and the number of row repeats, making it perfect for all sizes Newborn to Adult and, as you will see, the pattern can be adjusted for more precise sizes by removing rows 2 and 3 at the end (see notes).

The Ribbed Shaped Beanie can be made with any ply yarn, you just need to measure to make sure you are getting the right size, it is so flexible and forgiving. In the pictures I have used a chunky 12Ply yarn to give it the squishy feeling without the bulk on top.

This is for a Newborn

30.5cm (12”) x 18 cm (7”). The width will stretch a little and the length allows for a folded brim

Chunky yarn (12Ply), 8mm hook

Notes:

• Approx. 50mt of yarn used
• Ch2 or ch1 does not count as stitch
• All stitches are in the back loop
• See notes for other sizes