About this pattern
The word “riaa” means “little river” or “stream” in my Italian dialect, which is what inspired the soft cables of this beanie.
The Riaa beanie is an advanced beginner pattern that comes in three different sizes (Toddler, Child, Adult). It is worked in the round from the bottom up and uses light bulky yarn.
Basic knowledges of knitting in the round are required. Other than some basic cable techniques, only knits, purls and basic decreases are used in this pattern.

The pattern includes both US and metric terms.

I’m very happy to share this beanie with you and I would love to see your work! Please use the hashtag #riaabeanie when sharing it on social media and tag me @wolleyhandmade.

I’m always available if you have any questions!

Stay cozy,
Elisa

Special thanks to Luke Gilligan of WoolEnthusiastCo for professionally tech editing this pattern.

Gauge
17 sts x 26 rows using 6mm needles in Stockinette (worked in the round and unblocked)

Materials
One skein (100g) of light bulky (5) yarn.
Suggested: Malabrigo Mecha

The following needles are used, but you might need to adjust their size to meet gauge:

• US 8 (5mm), 16” (40cm) circular needles
• US 10 (6mm), 16” (40cm) circular needles
• US 10 (6mm) DPNs or longer circular needles for magic loop

You will also need a cable needle, scissors, stitch marker (1) and a tapestry needle.
A faux fur or yarn pompom is optional but highly recommended.