This is a two colour stranded project knit in the round with the pattern worked all the way to the top. This pattern assumes your knowledge of this technique. The stranded work is charted only but both written directions and chart will show which colours to use during the decreases.

Gauge
21 stitches and 24 rounds measured over 10 cm on colourwork

Yarn requirements based on the project shown.
Colour one: Debbie Bliss cashmerino aran in colour 300502 green
Colour two: Debbie Biss cashmerino aran in colour 300041 grey
You will require around 70-80 metres of each colour.

Needles and notions
40cm (16”) 4.0mm circular needle
40cm (16”) 4.5mm circular needle
4.5mm double pointed needles for working crown
One stitch marker
Measuring tape
Tapestry needle

Skills
SSK, K2tog, KTBL, stranded colourwork

This is my second “Spendigo” beanie named for the colloquialism given to the Australian Sheep and Wool Show held in Bendigo, Victoria each July.

This time I have opted for a slightly heavier weight beanie to suit the frosty morning temperatures hovering around 3°C.
Although the yarn used is classed as aran weight, I feel that it is closer to worsted. Ideas are given for changing size and yarn weight based on test projects.
Want a slouchy? Try aran or bulky weight instead.
Something for a slightly smaller head? Try DK.

Thank you to tester Yarnymama for trialling a baby-sized version in fingering weight cotton.

Use tag #spendigo2025 on social media.