Fairycore Ocean Blues Checkered Beanie - Free Pattern

Fairycore Ocean Blues Checkered Beanie - Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the enchanting world of fairycore with this cool ocean blues checkered beanie. Perfect for adding a whimsical touch to your wardrobe, this trendy knit is both stylish and cozy. This beanie features a beautiful checkered pattern that resembles the serene colors of the ocean and sky, making it a delightful accessory for any season.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight yarn in three shades of cool ocean blues: deep navy, seafoam, and sky blue.
• Needles: US size 6 (4mm) circular needles, 16-inch length.
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.
• Stitch Marker: To mark the beginning of the round.
• Scissors: For cutting yarn.
• Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the deep navy yarn, cast on 96 stitches. Ensure that you join in the round without twisting the stitches. Place a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of the round.
2. Ribbing:
   • Rounds 1-6: *Knit 1, Purl 1* across all stitches. This creates a ribbed brim that will help the beanie fit snugly.
3. Start Checkered Pattern:
   • Round 7: Switch to seafoam yarn. Knit all stitches.
   • Round 8: *Knit 4 with seafoam, knit 4 with sky blue*; repeat from * to * around.
   • Round 9: *Knit 4 with sky blue, knit 4 with seafoam*; repeat from * to * around.
4. Repeat Checkered Pattern: Continue to repeat Rounds 8 and 9 for a total of 12 rounds, maintaining the checkered pattern.
5. Switch Yarn: After completing the checkered pattern, switch back to deep navy yarn and knit all stitches for 4 rounds.
6. Repeat Checkered Pattern Again: Repeat the checkered pattern (Rounds 8 and 9) for another 12 rounds.
7. Begin Decreases: Start decreasing to shape the top of the beanie.
   • Round 1: *Knit 6, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (84 stitches)
   • Round 2: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 3: *Knit 5, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (72 stitches)
   • Round 4: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 5: *Knit 4, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (60 stitches)
   • Round 6: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 7: *Knit 3, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (48 stitches)
   • Round 8: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 9: *Knit 2, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (36 stitches)
   • Round 10: Knit all stitches.
   • Round 11: *Knit 1, k2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches)
   • Round 12: *K2tog*; repeat from * to * around. (12 stitches)
8. Finish the Beanie: Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread the tail through the remaining stitches and pull tight to close the top of the beanie. Use a tapestry needle to weave in all ends securely.

Congratulations! You have now created your very own Fairycore Ocean Blues Checkered Beanie. Enjoy wearing your cozy and stylish creation, or gift it to someone special!