This handsome and stellar beanie is worked in the round, first, on size 5 16-inch circular needles and, then, on size 6 16-inch circular needles. This pattern is all about the cables. There is a wonderful cable sequence that lends itself to some fabulous mindless knitting. The gauge for this pattern is 5 stitches per inch. You will need: one skein of Yarnitoli DK ( featured colorway is Dirty Martini), size 5 & size 6 16-inch circular needles, a cable needle, and a darning needle. Beads are an option, within the pattern, for a more feminine version.